Most people understand that being a part of a group, team, kingdom, or a citizen of a nation has some obligations and it requires loyalty and fighting towards a victory. Baseball players must work together as a team to be victorious. Baseball players must also use the proper equipment to aid them in their pursuit of victory. Should the catcher behind home plate wear the … [Read more...] about Standing Strong in the Armor of God
Faith
Being in the Kingdom
How does one become a citizen of the United States of America? Children that are born in the U.S. are natural citizens. People that are not born in the U.S. or to parents that are citizens of the U.S. can become citizens by being naturalized. They study to understand the history and laws of the U.S. and then they simply take an oath to obey the laws of the U.S. It is a great … [Read more...] about Being in the Kingdom
God’s Charge to Christian Women (and Men!)
It’s said that a “woman’s work is never done”. That is true also for the Christian woman (and man)! We are to be Christians 24/7, 365 days a year. Every day Christians are charged to: 1. Glorify God, fulfilling what God wants you to do – “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16, … [Read more...] about God’s Charge to Christian Women (and Men!)
Judged
Have you ever been judged by your looks? You are not alone. How did it make you feel? Do you think you judge others by their looks before getting to know a new person? Do you find yourself wanting to be part of a certain group? We need to make sure we are getting to know a person before judging them especially just on their looks. We see in Kings when the Israelites … [Read more...] about Judged
The Foundation: Identity and Purpose for Teenage Boys
A core aspect of biblical teaching for teenage boys is the establishment of identity rooted in Christ, not in fleeting worldly standards. The Bible teaches that each person is uniquely created in God's image: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female he created them” (Genesis 1:27, KJV). This is a truth that provides an inherent … [Read more...] about The Foundation: Identity and Purpose for Teenage Boys
