Questions to ask ourselves

What's Missing in Your Life?

What’s Missing in Your Life?

What's Missing in Your Life? I imagine that's a question many people ask. More than once. But how often do we give ourselves a good answer? ...

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What’s Missing in Your Life? is reflective in nature. Here are the key points:
Self-Examination: The author encourages Christians to reflect on their own lives and consider whether they are living in a way that would attract others to Christ.
Biblical References: The text includes references to biblical passages such as Matthew 5:13-16, which speaks about being the salt and light of the world, and James 1:2-18, which discusses facing trials with joy.
Personal Experience: The author shares personal experiences and struggles with finding joy and satisfaction in life, emphasizing the importance of the Holy Spirit.
Call to Action: There is a call for readers to examine their lives, pray, and seek to fill the missing pieces with God’s presence to live life fully.

Do you want to believe the Bible is true?

Do you want to believe the Bible is true?

Some people ask, "How do we know the Bible is true?" Some Christians will say, "Of course it is". But hey - that's not really an acceptable answer for someone who's asking, "Is the Bible true?", is it? My first thought after hearing that is, "Do you want to believe ...

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Do you want to believe the Bible is true? is reflective in nature. Here’s a summary of the key points:
Reflective Nature: The page prompts readers to introspect and consider their personal beliefs about the Bible’s truthfulness.
Personal Inquiry: It encourages readers to examine their own desires and reasons for wanting the Bible to be true.
Faith and Understanding: The text discusses the importance of faith and understanding in accepting the Bible’s teachings.
Seeking Truth: It emphasizes the need for an open mind and a willing heart to seek and accept the truth of the Bible.
The page is designed to guide readers through a self-examination process regarding their stance on the Bible, rather than providing direct instruction or topical study. It uses questions and personal reflections to encourage deeper thinking about one’s faith and beliefs.

Can we have faith in God if we want to know everything?

Can we have faith in God if we want to know everything?

I was just beginning to write about - no kidding - in the beginning. I'm getting stuff from both a Jewish and Christian point of view. And then it hit me. Can we have faith in God if we want to know everything? Can we reach a point where our ...

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Can we have faith in God if we want to know everything? is reflective and application-oriented in its approach to Bible study. Here’s a brief overview:
Reflective Nature: The author shares personal experiences and thoughts, questioning the relationship between faith and the desire to know everything.
Application Focus: It emphasizes applying biblical knowledge to one’s life, as the author discusses how medical issues and relationships helped him understand God.
Theological Inquiry: The text explores theological concepts like faith versus knowledge and the limitations of human understanding.
Biblical References: The author refers to biblical passages and stories to illustrate points, such as Peter walking on water and the creation narrative.
The page encourages readers to not only learn about God but to truly know Him through faith and life experiences. It’s a contemplative piece that invites introspection and application of faith in daily life.

Who should Christians hate vs who do Christians hate?

Who should Christians hate vs who do Christians hate?

Who should Christians hate? Who do Christians hate? Wouldn't it be nice if the answer to both questions was no one? Obviously, unless you're living under a rock, they aren't. But then, you know that, because if you were living under a rock you probably don't have good internet service ...

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Who should Christians hate vs who do Christians hate? is a reflective Bible study. Here’s a brief summary:
Reflective Nature: The page encourages readers to reflect on the contrast between ideal Christian behavior and the reality of human actions.
Personal Application: It prompts introspection on how Christians should behave according to Jesus’ teachings, particularly regarding love and hate.
Biblical References: Passages from the Bible are used to support the discussion and encourage deeper understanding of Christian principles.
Moral Implications: The text explores the consequences of hate and the importance of forgiveness, aligning with reflective study that seeks personal growth and spiritual development.

No one would ever agree to this would they?  Maybe One?

No one would ever agree to this would they? Maybe One?

The story below is totally fictional.  Maybe.  Nothing even remotely like this could ever happen. No one would ever agree to this.  I don't think.  It's based on a true story.  Although that last statement can't be proven, I believe it's true. It's almost beyond belief.  And yet ...

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No one would ever agree to this would they? Maybe One? is a reflective type of Bible study. Here are the key points:
Fictional Narrative: The story is presented as a fictional account, possibly inspired by real events, to engage readers in reflection.
Spiritual Themes: It explores themes of love, sacrifice, and leadership through the characters of Frank, Jimmy, and Scott.
Emotional Engagement: The narrative aims to evoke emotional responses and contemplation about the nature of love and sacrifice.
Invitation for Reflection: Readers are encouraged to reflect on the story’s parallels to biblical events ….
The page does not follow a strict inductive, topical, or application study method but rather uses storytelling to prompt personal reflection and introspection.

Does Jesus want to carry us when times are tough?

Does Jesus want to carry us when times are tough?

Does Jesus want to carry us when times are tough? This question is like those tests where we're supposed to pick the "best" answer.  And "yes" is not the best answer!  I used to think it was, but I learned that it really isn't.  There is one answer that's better - although there ...

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Does Jesus want to carry us when times are tough? is reflective in nature. Here’s a brief summary:
Reflective Nature: The author shares personal experiences and thoughts, reflecting on their own faith journey and how it relates to the question of whether Jesus wants to carry us during tough times.
Personal Insights: The text includes insights from the author’s life, such as changes in their feelings over time and dealing with challenges like depression and illness.
Biblical References: The author discusses biblical passages and stories, like the poem “Footprints” and the exchange between Peter and Jesus, to explore the theme of support and guidance from Jesus.
Spiritual Takeaway: The main idea is that while Jesus is willing to carry us, His preference is for us to walk alongside Him, drawing strength from Him to support others and grow in faith.

Why is it so hard for us to not be afraid?

Why is it so hard for us to not be afraid?

So many times the Bible tells us to not be afraid. That probably means nothing to non-Christians. But for us Christians, if God keeps telling us, "don't be afraid", then why is it so hard for us to not be afraid? ...

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Why is it so hard for us to not be afraid? is reflective in nature. Here are the key points:
Personal Reflection: The author shares personal experiences and struggles with fear and depression, reflecting on their impact on faith.
Biblical Connection: The text connects personal experiences to biblical stories, particularly David and Goliath, to draw lessons about facing fears with God’s help.
Theological Insight: It offers theological insights into the nature of Christian battles, referencing Ephesians 6:10-20 about the Armor of God and spiritual warfare.
Encouragement: The page encourages readers to trust in God’s deliverance, even when facing overwhelming challenges, and to remember that God’s peace surpasses understanding.

Would you leave 99 to save one?

Would you leave 99 to save one? Or go for the greater good?

Would you leave 99 to save one? 99 what and one what? 99 people and one person. In a time when we always hear about the greater good, would you do that? When we're so willing to sacrifice a few to save many, can this 99 for 1 kind of ...

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Would you leave 99 to save one? Or go for the greater good? is a Reflective Bible Study. Here’s a brief summary:
Reflective Nature: The page engages in a deep reflection on the biblical parable of the shepherd leaving the 99 sheep to find the one lost sheep, exploring its implications and challenging the reader to consider their own actions and beliefs.
Personal Application: It encourages readers to apply the lessons from the parable to their own lives, questioning whether they would act like the shepherd or prioritize the many over the few.
Biblical References: The text references Luke 15:1-7 and John 7:45-8:11, using these scriptures to illustrate the message of compassion and individual worth that Jesus conveyed.
Contemporary Connection: It draws a parallel between the biblical narrative and a modern story, “When Heaven Weeps” by Ted Dekker, to make the message relevant to contemporary readers

how evil will we become before Jesus returns?

How evil will we become before Jesus returns?

How evil will we become before Jesus returns? The Bible says our thoughts are only evil all the time. And it sounds bad. And yet, it's generic. But when we get right down to the kinds of evil we perpetrate and even pass laws to allow them to continue, I ...

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How evil will we become before Jesus returns? is reflective in nature. Here are the key points:
Reflective Nature: The author contemplates the state of Christianity and personal attitudes towards evil, reflecting on how these align with biblical teachings.
Personal Inquiry: Questions are raised about the level of evil in society and how it relates to the return of Jesus, prompting introspection and self-examination.
Biblical References: The text references the Book of Revelation, discussing the seven bowls of God’s wrath and their implications for humanity.
Moral Challenge: It challenges readers to consider their own values and actions, especially regarding controversial topics like gun ownership, in the context of Christian faith.

Are The Gates of Hell Locked From The Inside? - Revisited, again

Are The Gates of Hell Locked From The Inside?

Are The Gates of Hell Locked From The Inside?  The first time I wrote about this, I said yes.  The second time, I updated it to say yes, but I thought some Christians can't relate to the concept of not wanting to be with God.  This time, many years later, ...

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Are The Gates of Hell Locked From The Inside? is reflective in nature, focusing on personal introspection and spiritual contemplation based on C.S. Lewis’ “The Great Divorce.” Here are the key takeaways:
Reflective Approach: The author engages in a reflective examination of the concept of Hell and Heaven, drawing from C.S. Lewis’ allegorical work to explore the spiritual choices individuals make.
Personal Introspection: The text encourages readers to consider their own spiritual state and relationship with God, questioning whether they truly desire to be with God or are content with earthly or hellish desires.
Spiritual Choices: It discusses the idea that people may lock themselves in Hell by their choices and desires, emphasizing the importance of aligning one’s life with Christian values.
Christian Living: The page challenges readers to live out their faith authentically, aligning actions with beliefs, and to consider the impact of their lifestyle on their eternal destiny.
The page does not follow a strict inductive, topical, or application study method but rather uses the narrative of “The Great Divorce” to inspire self-reflection and spiritual growth.

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