How should we who are Christians live our daily lives? "Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God – this is your spiritual act of worship" (Romans 12:1). The impact of Paul's...

We can maintain good health by having a regular physical check-up. We can keep our car performing at a high level of efficiency by having a regular diagnostic check-up. We have a spiritual life that also requires a frequent check-up. Here are some tests to give your...

A Study of Philippians 2:1-8 The church, the community of believers in Philippi, came into existence when God opened their hearts and they believed and responded to the message Paul preached. (Acts 16:13-15) From the beginning this church supported Paul in his...

Recent polls conducted by Gallup and Barna in America do not present a healthy image of the lifestyle of many who follow Christ. Divorce among Christians is now the same as the rest of the population, promiscuity among teenage Christians is marginally better than that...

"Do not judge," Jesus said, "or you too will be judged." (Matthew 7:1) What did Jesus mean? Our Lord is not issuing a law prohibiting the pronouncement of all judgements. On the contrary, much of his teaching calls upon us to make judgements. For example, he tells us...

The efforts of good workers in the kingdom of God can be hindered by ingratitude. The enthusiasm to serve can be dampened by a lack of appreciation and the absence of a "thank you" can wear down the most diligent saint. Let's apply this to your congregation. Much is...

The church should not have to look to the business world to see how we ought to conduct ourselves. But occasionally an example comes our way that serves to remind us of what we ought to be. Business people know that the success of their company is dependent upon...

There is no doubt that, through the power of the gospel, God can save us. (Romans 1:16) A crucified Christ is God's declaration that a free and full pardon is available. (1 Corinthians 1:18) And that message of hope is for everyone; no one is outside the scope of...

The number of people seeking counselling today is increasing and a variety of types of counselling are on offer. The secular counselling some receive is unhelpful and, at worst, positively dangerous. Some secular counsellors are openly opposed to the Christian faith...

Can God be trusted? Do you have your doubts about his faithfulness? Since we are all going to die can we be certain that what we have believed is in fact true? God Will Honour His Promise God made a promise to Abraham that through his descendants a nation would be...

What do Adam, Eve, Aaron and King Saul have in common? They all blamed someone else for their sin and never took personal responsibility for their action. Let's see. When sin made its entrance and God confronted Adam, Adam replied, "The woman you put here with me -...

The end of another year is upon us and we face 2012. This would be a good time to reflect upon our life and see if we are making a difference in our world. For some the past year will have seen the passing of dear friends; this can serve as a timely reminder that one...

What do a successful marriage, a successful business and a successful expedition have in common? They all possess clearly defined goals. The people in them are focused, they know what they want and they will remove any obstacles that would prevent them reaching their...

When Paul preached the gospel in the region of Galatia it was received with enthusiasm resulting in many conversions to the Lord. In his letter to those churches he recalls their reception of him: “You welcomed me as if I were an angel of God, as if I were Christ...

A Christian law student writes, "Proverbs 23:4 says not to weary yourself to obtain wealth. Does that mean that biblically one should not work 80-hour weeks? Does that rule out my accepting a job with a large firm that requires those kinds of hours?" Not...

Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near to God…" (Hebrews...