Most times, we hear sermons and teachings centered around God’s love, mercy, and grace. It’s a beautiful melody that comforts and inspires us. But have you ever wondered how often Jesus, the epitome of love, spoke about hell? It’s a topic often avoided, perhaps due to its uncomfortable nature. Yet, understanding Jesus’ perspective on hell … Read more
In the Old Testament, we are given so many rules to follow, including what to eat. However, if we read through its books, there are valuable lessons we can learn about sustenance, generosity, and the spiritual significance of food. Even Solomon, the wisest man that once lived, said that “the righteous eats to satisfy the … Read more
If you’re new to following Jesus, you must be excited to experience God’s endless love in a brand new way. But let’s be honest – there’s a lot of new stuff to take in, and it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed or worried that you might make mistakes along the way. The good news … Read more
As you begin your walk with Christ, you may feel an eagerness to discover the beauty of being encompassed by God’s endless love. However, you might also experience a sense of being overwhelmed by the abundance of new information about God, or perhaps even a slight concern about potentially regressing. How can you ensure that … Read more
The Bible outlines the qualities of a good mother in Proverbs 31, highlighting traits that make a woman truly virtuous: faith, wisdom, selflessness, eternal perspective, strength, dignity, and praise, among others. As mothers, we often face the world’s standards of what it means to be a “good” woman, which often revolve around outward appearance, social … Read more
As a fellow believer, I’ve always been fascinated by the rich heritage of greetings and salutations found in Christian letters and correspondence. These customary phrases, rooted in biblical language and themes, have a unique power to infuse our written words with deeper spiritual meaning and encouragement. Consider the Apostle Paul’s frequent use of the greeting … Read more
The Catholic Church’s teachings on the Second Coming are clear. The Catechism states that “the resurrection of all the dead, ‘of both the just and the unjust,’ will precede the Last Judgment. This will be the hour when all who are in the tombs will hear the Son’s voice and come forth” (CCC 1038). It … Read more
Two categories of Christians I’ve observed recently are the faith-driven Christians and the spiritually aware Christians. These categories can be further expanded. For instance, you could be the religious type who adheres to every action based on some law or a judgmental approach to life in general, or you could be the spiritual type, simply … Read more
Let’s be honest, navigating the exciting (and sometimes confusing!) period of engagement as a Christian couple can bring up a lot of questions. One of the big ones? Physical and emotional intimacy before the wedding day. We all know the traditional Christian teachings about waiting for marriage, but where do you draw the line in … Read more
The other day, I was jamming out to “In the Name of Love” by Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha, and it got me thinking. This catchy tune has been stuck in my head for days, but is it actually a Christian song? The melody is undeniably strong, and the lyrics are relatable – that’s what … Read more