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3 Things Being A Christian Isn\'t
3 Things Being A Christian Isn't

As Christians, we should not get carried away by human teachings that are against the knowledge of God. Here are some terribly wrong but widely-accepted ideas about what a Christian should be.

What We Can Learn From David And Jonathan\'s Friendship
What We Can Learn From David And Jonathan's Friendship

Friends are a blessing to our lives. One such example of the right kind of friendship is the one between David and Jonathan. Their friendship has so many lessons to bring to us, and we should learn from them.

What We Can Learn From David\'s Life Before He Became King
What We Can Learn From David's Life Before He Became King

There are many things that we can learn from David – even before he became the king Israel loved. Here are some of them.

How Opposition Can Be Good For You
How Opposition Can Be Good For You

Opposition can be very unpleasant, but it does have some nice effects to our lives if we allow it.

3 Reasons To Celebrate Your Marriage
3 Reasons To Celebrate Your Marriage

For those of us who have spouses, one thing that we should also celebrate is our marriage. While many of us celebrate it through remembering our anniversaries, we will do well to celebrate it more often.

Is It Ok To Pray For My Team To Win?
Is It Ok To Pray For My Team To Win?

A quarter of Americans believe God plays a role in determining the outcome of sporting events, according to a PRRI poll.

In The Midst Of Trial, God Is Faithful: The Pastor Who Turned Pain Of Cancer Into Song
In The Midst Of Trial, God Is Faithful: The Pastor Who Turned Pain Of Cancer Into Song

The Rev Andrew Gardiner had been in local Church ministry for 23 years, until he was diagnosed with bowel cancer late last year. In the midst of deep pain, his suffering has provoked a surge of creativity. Gardiner spoke with Christian Today about facing cancer, wrestling with identity, and finding hope in the darkness.

What Is The Difference Between Common Grace And Saving Grace
What Is The Difference Between Common Grace And Saving Grace

God's grace has various facets that we can enjoy, two of the most evident being God's common grace and saving grace.

4 Spiritual Investments Every Christian Should Make Today
4 Spiritual Investments Every Christian Should Make Today

We are called to invest- as Christians- into our spiritual walk. Here are four ways that you can make spiritual investments today.

Welcoming The Stranger In Our Midst: 10 Bible Verses
Welcoming The Stranger In Our Midst: 10 Bible Verses

There can be little room for doubt about the position of the Bible when it comes to how we should treat the stranger, or "sojourner", meaning someone who resides temporarily: he or she should be welcomed, embraced, and loved.

What Is Luke\'s Story Of The Miraculous Catch Of Fishes Really Telling Us?
What Is Luke's Story Of The Miraculous Catch Of Fishes Really Telling Us?

The story of the miraculous catch of fish in Luke 5: 1-11 is a vivid account of the calling of the first disciples.

Three Books That Changed NT Wright\'s Life
Three Books That Changed NT Wright's Life

It is not every day you get to sit down with one of the most influential living Christian thinkers.

How We Use Romans 3:23 In The Wrong Context
How We Use Romans 3:23 In The Wrong Context

Romans 3:23 can sometimes be abused and turned into an excuse to remain fallen.

Why Generosity Has Very Little To Do With How Much We Give
Why Generosity Has Very Little To Do With How Much We Give

While the amount you give is not unimportant, there are much more important factors that come into play when we exercise the grace of giving.

\'What Do You Mean By Crushing My People?\' 7 Tests Of Spiritual Fruitfulness
'What Do You Mean By Crushing My People?' 7 Tests Of Spiritual Fruitfulness

ARE YOU a fruitful – or fruitless – Christian? What matters ultimately, of course, is God's opinion – but how can we know what he thinks?

\'Joy Cometh In The Morning\': 10 Bible Passages About True Christian Hope In A Time Of Pain
'Joy Cometh In The Morning': 10 Bible Passages About True Christian Hope In A Time Of Pain

We live in difficult, depressing times. How can joy be found in the midst of pain?