When I kept silent, my bones wasted away

Psalm 32 – When I kept silent my bones wasted away
Why does silence cause such devastation in us?

David wrote, "When I kept silent my bones wasted away". But why? What was it about David's silence that brought about such internal devastation? Does silence still do that to us today? And is it for the same reason? ...
The problem of December - it's depressing

The problem of December – it’s depressing

What's the problem of / with December?  Quite simply - it's depressing.  It is for me.  And I'm sure I;m not alone.  If anything, I'd guess there's a whole lot more depressed people at this time of year than you'd think.  It's just that many are good enough actors that ...
If I love God must I follow His rules?

If I love God must I follow His rules?

I love God. And God is love. And since I love God, I'm saved. So, do I still have to follow His rules? Maybe, maybe not. But may not for the reasons you think ...

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If I love God must I follow His rules? Is a topical Bible study approach. Here’s a brief summary:
Topical Exploration: The page discusses the topic of obedience to God’s rules out of love rather than obligation, which is a specific theme explored in depth.
Biblical References: Various passages from the Bible, such as John 10 and Ephesians 6, are cited to support the claims about God’s love and commands.
Reflective Questions: The text invites readers to reflect on their own love for God and how it affects their actions and attitudes.
Application to Life: It challenges readers to live in the fullness of life that God offers through Jesus and the Holy Spirit, applying biblical principles to real life.

Faith requires taking a risk on something we can't see

Faith requires trust: taking a risk on something we can’t see

We have faith that our team will win. And faith that it will rain. Even that we can pick a winning lottery number. In all those cases, faith requires taking a risk on something you can't see. Faith requires trust. So why do we have so much trouble with trusting ...
salvation - a free gift from God

Free salvation – How can it cost nothing but ask for everything?

Free salvation through Jesus. It's a free gift, right? And all I have to do is believe. So then, how can it cost nothing but ask for everything? ...

"Free salvation – How can it cost nothing but ask for everything? discusses the concept of salvation in Christianity, using a metaphorical approach to explore the idea that salvation is a free gift that requires everything from the believer.
The study can be characterized as follows:"
Reflective: The page delves into personal reflections and experiences related to the concept of salvation in Christianity.
Topical: It discusses the topic of salvation as a gift from God, exploring various aspects and implications of this belief1.
Inductive: The study involves examining specific biblical passages to draw conclusions about the broader concept of salvation.
Application: It encourages readers to consider the cost and implications of discipleship in their own lives.
Overall, the page combines elements of reflective, topical, inductive, and application Bible study to explore the theme of salvation. It prompts readers to think deeply about their faith and the commitment it entails.

Hearing is good. Understanding is better. Action is needed!

Hearing is good. Understanding is better. Action is needed! The Shema Part 1

Hearing is good. Understanding is better. Action is needed! Sometimes we think knowledge is good. But what do we do with knowledge for the sake of knowledge? We can gain information by hearing something. It can turn into knowledge if we understand it. But it becomes useful when we act ...
Is eternity forever or just for a long time?

Is eternity forever or just for a long time?

Is eternity forever or just for a long time? Isn't eternity forever? Always? Forever going back in time and forever going forward in time? Well, that depends ...
Hamas attacked Israel - can the End Times be forced?

Hamas attacked Israel – can the End Times be forced?

Hamas attacked Israel. Many people will immediately wonder if this is the beginning of the end of the world. Can The End Times be forced? Jesus said we can't know when. But can we force God to start fulfilling the prophecies about The End Times? Seven years ago, I wrote ...
Christian knowledge vs general knowledge

Is Christian knowledge really knowledge?

Is Christian knowledge really knowledge? Some people with knowledge fear Christian knowledge. Some Christians fear knowledge. But why? Christians shouldn't fear knowledge! ...
does God really make everything turn out good?

Does God really make sure everything turns out good?

Does God really make sure everything turns out good? Some Christians seem to think He does. But is that really true? What if I tell you the answer is, "It depends"? Actually, it depends on a whole bunch of things. One of those things is what do we mean by ...
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