Christian Living

Meditate on These Things: “Whatever Things Are True”

by Eddie and Shannon Foster
July 25, 2022 • 6 minute read

This begins a series on what Philippians 4:8 tells us to meditate on. In this post, we’ll examine what it means to meditate on “whatever things are true.”

What Does Covet Mean in the Bible?

by Bill Welch
July 18, 2022 • 6 minute read

What does the Bible say about coveting? What does it mean to be covetous, and why should we avoid this sin? Is coveting harmless or something very serious?

The Importance of Taking Responsibility

by Isaac Khalil
July 15, 2022 • 4 minute read

The Bible shows many examples of people refusing to take responsibility for their actions. Must Christians take responsibility for their actions?

The Meaning of Ephesians 2:8: “By Grace You Have Been Saved”?

by Kendrick Diaz
June 20, 2022 • 10 minute read

Some twist this verse to say something it doesn’t. What saves a person? What is required of a person to be saved? What does Ephesians 2:8 mean?

The Meaning of Romans 8:7: What Is the Carnal Mind?

by Kendrick Diaz
June 6, 2022 • 11 minute read

In Romans 8:7 the apostle Paul wrote about the carnal mind. Just what is the carnal mind? Could you be influenced by it? What hope do you have against it?

Four Lessons From Palm Trees

by Isaac Khalil
June 2, 2022 • 5 minute read

Palm trees can teach us many spiritual lessons. This post examines four attributes of palm trees that instruct us about true Christianity. In a past blog post we examined Psalm 92:12-14 and...

What Is the Meaning of 1 Peter 2:9? A Chosen Generation? A Royal Priesthood?

by Erik Jones
June 1, 2022 • 11 minute read

In Peter’s first epistle, he describes what God’s Church is supposed to be and do. How are God’s people a “chosen generation” and a “royal priesthood”?

Build Spiritual Resilience

by Bill Welch
May 12, 2022 • 5 minute read

Resilience allows us to deal effectively with the challenges of life. Resilience can help us to get beyond obstacles and adversities and succeed in life.

A Father’s Perspective on “Unless You Become as Little Children”

by Geoffrey Yunus
May 2, 2022 • 5 minute read

Having children has helped me better understand Jesus’ telling us to be like children. Here are lessons I’ve learned about having a childlike attitude.

New Wine in Old Wineskins?

by Ken McIntosh
April 20, 2022 • 6 minute read

Jesus sometimes used analogies to teach spiritual lessons to His followers. What is the meaning of His parable of new wine in old wineskins?

What Is the Meaning of Matthew 6:33? “Seek First the Kingdom”?

by Kendrick Diaz
April 18, 2022 • 9 minute read

Jesus taught His disciples to prioritize two major things in Matthew 6:33. What are these two priorities? What does Matthew 6:33 mean for Christians today?

What’s the Meaning of “the Righteous Shall Flourish Like a Palm Tree”?

by Isaac Khalil
April 1, 2022 • 6 minute read

The Bible likens righteous people to palm trees. What does that mean? What can palm trees teach us about how Christians are to live their lives?

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