Do Christians have to believe God is God?

Do Christians have to believe God is God on Easter?

Do Christians have to believe God is God? I know, it seems like a stupid question. Until I read an article at salon.com titled, Do Christians believe God resurrected Jesus from the dead? Well, it's complicated. Really? It's complicated? How complicated can it be? If God is God, then why ...
Life with cancer - from patience to trust and hope

Life with cancer – from patience to trust and hope

Life with cancer - from patience to trust and hope. I knew it was going to happen. The only question was when. After prostate removal, the biopsy showed my cancer was more aggressive than previous biopsies indicated. It also showed more cancer than what was expected. Finally, it also showed ...
Is strong Christian faith needed before God will heal us?

Is strong Christian faith needed before God will heal us?

Is strong Christian faith needed before God will heal us? Some people say absolutely yes. Strong Christian faith will bring miraculous healing from God. On the other end of the spectrum, there are also some who say there aren't any miracles anymore. Various reasons are given for the lack of ...

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Is strong Christian faith needed before God will heal us? is a Reflective Bible Study. Here’s a brief summary:
Reflective Nature: The page delves into personal reflections on the relationship between faith and healing, questioning the belief that strong Christian faith is a prerequisite for God’s healing.
Biblical Analysis: It examines biblical texts and their contexts to challenge the notion that a lack of faith leads to no healing, suggesting this stance is not biblically supported.
Personal Application: The author shares personal experiences with cancer, reflecting on trust in God regardless of healing outcomes, emphasizing faith and God’s presence through trials.
Critical Examination: It encourages critical thinking about scripture interpretation, considering context, culture, and original language to understand the true meaning of biblical passages.
The page is not structured as a typical inductive or topical study, nor does it focus solely on direct application but rather on introspection and understanding one’s faith journey.

If you want to walk on water ... expect a storm

If you want to walk on water … expect a storm

If you want to walk on water … expect a storm. If you want to walk on water is the beginning of a great John Ortberg book. His book title ended with You’ve got to get out of the boat. I borrowed the first part but switched out the ending ...
A man looking up at the stars at night, illustrative of God's promise to Abraham. But what religion was Abraham? was Abraham the father of three religions? And what about Abram?

What religion was Abraham?

What religion was Abraham? After all, he is claimed as the father of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Two of those religions took one path to get from Abraham to their religions that exist today. However, the other one took a different path to get from the man who used to ...
Is your spiritual life private?

Is your spiritual life private?

Is your spiritual life private? My question is for Christians. And it arises from an article I just read titled, Fifty six percent of Christians Feel Their Spiritual Life Is Entirely Private. If you only read the title, and you have a private spiritual life, a reasonable conclusion is that ...

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Is your spiritual life private? discusses the importance of not keeping one’s spiritual life entirely private, especially in the context of Christianity. It reflects on the implications of having a private spiritual life and how it relates to Christian transformation and community. Here are the key takeaways:
Private vs. Community Faith: The article questions the notion of a completely private spiritual life, suggesting that Christianity involves community and transformation.
Biblical References: It includes references to biblical passages, such as Romans 12 and John 3, to argue that spiritual growth requires change and community involvement.
Christian Transformation: The text emphasizes the need for Christians to transform and renew their minds to align with God’s will, as opposed to conforming to the world.
Importance of Community: The author argues that a private spiritual life may hinder the communal aspect of faith, which is essential for spiritual growth and reflecting Christ’s teachings.
The content is reflective and application-oriented, as it encourages self-examination and practical application of biblical principles in one’s life. It does not strictly follow an inductive or topical bible study format but rather uses scripture to address a specific concern about the nature of one’s spiritual life.

A trip to Hell - on the way to Heaven

A trip to Hell on the way to Heaven?

What if we're on the way to Heaven - and we have to take a detour?  A trip to Hell.  Some think the Bible says Jesus went to Hell during the time between His death on the cross and His resurrection on the third day - what we now know ...

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A trip to Hell on the way to Heaven? is a reflective Bible study. Here are the key aspects that support this:
Personal Reflection: The text encourages readers to imagine scenarios and reflect on their own spiritual journey and responsibilities.
Interpretation of Text: It discusses interpretations of biblical texts, such as the Apostles’ Creed and its implications for Christian beliefs.
Application to Life: The study prompts readers to consider how biblical teachings apply to their lives, particularly the Great Commission.
Engagement with Doctrine: It engages with Christian doctrine and explores theological concepts like Jesus’ descent into hell versus the dead.
This reflective approach is designed to provoke thought and introspection about one’s faith and actions.

All dogs go to Heaven, don't they?

All dogs go to Heaven, don’t they?

All dogs go to Heaven, don't they? It probably sounds like a strange question for my site about God and religion. Well, not really. It's actually very relevant, at least to me.  And maybe you’ll think it is for you also ...
Jesus healed a leper -Jesus healed a leper. Why was more required?

Jesus healed a leper. Why was more required?

Jesus healed a leper. Why was more required? Do you remember? But if he was healed, why did Jesus tell him to go see a priest? The event is recorded in three of the Gospels. And they all tell it pretty much the same way. All three leave us with ...
Everything happens for a reason at that time ...

Everything happens for a reason at that time …

Everything happens for a reason at that time _____. I was adding what I thought was a simple side note to an article. It turned out to not be simple at all. So it became its own thing. It's a look at the impact of three short words. Only ten ...
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