
Thoughts for the Week
Thoughts for the Week are designed to help Christians to live for Christ in grace and truth. May God richly bless you as you seek Him with all your heart and mind.
How Do Angels and Demons Affect People’s Lives Today? Part 2 of 2
Angels and demons play active roles in influencing human lives, with angels offering support and demons seeking to disrupt God's plans through various means. Believers are called to live with awareness, prayerfulness, and courage, recognizing Christ’s power and ultimate victory. Part 2 of 2
How Do Angels and Demons Affect People’s Lives Today? Part 1 of 2
Understanding the influence of angels and demons requires a balanced approach that acknowledges the unseen spiritual realities while emphasizing personal responsibility and ethical living. Part 1 of 2
Why Create the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil?
The capacity for choice is essential for genuine relationships, and the existence of free will, even with the potential for failure, is integral to the nature of being human.
Paedo-Baptism vs Credo-Baptism
The debate between Paedo-Baptism (infant baptism) and Credo-Baptism (believer's baptism) raises key theological questions about the nature of faith, community, and the interpretation of biblical teachings on baptism.
What Is Our Sovereign God’s Relationship to “Bad” Things?
Since God is completely sovereign and since he is not the one who causes evil, how do we understand his relationship to seemingly bad things?
How Does God’s Sovereignty and Free Agency Work Together?
Exploring the interplay between divine sovereignty and human free will raises profound questions about the nature of choice and control.
Can We Pray Imprecatory Prayers Today?
When praying for justice, it is crucial to ensure that the motives are rooted in righteous anger rather than personal revenge, aligning with God's character and seeking His glory above all.
What Does “Do Not Take the Lord’s Name in Vain” Mean?
Reflecting on the third commandment invites a deeper understanding of the reverence due to God's name, emphasizing that it's not merely about avoiding casual expressions but about recognizing the profound significance of His character and essence.
To Judge or Not to Judge?
The biblical teaching on judgment distinguishes between condemning others, which is reserved for God, and evaluating actions and teachings, which believers are called to do with love and humility.
How Much Should We Be Watchful for Eschatological Events in Light of Matthew 25:13?
Believers are encouraged to focus on living ethically and maintaining spiritual readiness rather than attempting to predict the timing of Christ's return through current events. The emphasis is on cultivating a vigilant life orientation that prioritizes faithfulness and perseverance.
Where Did Jesus Go When He Died?
The ancients conceived of the world as a three-tiered universe, consisting of the heavens, the earth, and the realm under the earth. This worldview helps explain the biblical language regarding Jesus' descent to the place of the dead, not as a location of punishment, but as part of His victory over death.
Should a Christian Attend a Same-Sex Wedding?
Marriage is defined as a God-ordained, covenantal relationship between a man and a woman, intended to be sexually exclusive and foundational for society. Attending a same-sex wedding could imply endorsing a union that contradicts this biblical definition, raising concerns about prioritizing personal relationships over religious convictions.
How Do I Address an Older or Sick Person Who Wants to Commit Suicide?
Empathy and support are essential when approaching individuals contemplating suicide, recognizing their irrational thought patterns and helping them find comfort in community and faith. Suicide does not negate salvation for genuine believers, as salvation is a divine gift, underscoring the importance of grounding oneself in biblical truths and trusting in God's sovereignty.
How Do You Confront Another Professing Christian Who Is in Ongoing, Unrepentant Sin? Part 2 of 2
Approaching someone engaged in ongoing, unrepentant sin requires careful self-assessment, patience, a clear articulation of biblical righteousness, and a readiness to forgive, all aimed at their restoration.. Part 2 or 2
How Do You Confront Another Professing Christian Who Is in Ongoing, Unrepentant Sin? Part 1 of 2
Christians should confront fellow believers engaged in ongoing, unrepentant sin with grace, patience, and love, ensuring their approach is careful, filled with genuine care, and motivated by the other person's best interests. Part 1 or 2
On Paying Your Taxes
April 15th, the annual deadline for filing taxes in the United States, often brings stress, but from a Christian perspective, it can be seen as an opportunity for spiritual reflection and moral growth.
Your Sphere
Embrace your current circumstances by actively engaging with your environment, building a meaningful life where you are, and seeking the well-being of those around you. Through positive influence and intercessory prayer, you can find purpose and fulfillment in the spheres where you are placed.
He Was Human Too
Reflecting on the humanity of Jesus Christ offers profound insights into how His experiences with physical and emotional challenges can guide us in our own lives.
Generational Curses?
The idea of generational curses lacks biblical support. The Gospel of Christ offers complete redemption, freeing individuals from any perceived curses and emphasizing the transformative power of personal faith and accountability.

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