We live in a world today where there are sinful acts and sinful temptations all around us. Whether it be on television, movies, the radio, or newspapers we are constantly bombarded with things that are contrary to what we are told to do in the Scriptures. On a day to day basis we are confronted with opportunities to partake in these activities. Celebrities, politicians, athletes, all so-called role models tell us that it’s ok to live life how we want, just do what makes us ha

Is there any value in preparation? For anyone who has ever been in the military or law enforcement, the value of preparation cannot be stated enough. Such preparation is vital for their safety and survival. Failure to be prepared can lead to not knowing what to do in certain situations, and thus will cause confusion and disarray. What about us as Christians? Does preparation have relevance in our daily “walk” as members of the body of Christ? If the answer is yes, where can t

From the very beginning (Cain and Able) God has expected His creation to give to Him its very best. God is the giver of all things. Therefore, by sacrificing something and returning back what has been given to the giver, we are expressing not only our gratitude and our understanding of where all things come from, but also our faith. Godly giving has always been about giving our best, about making a sacrifice. This was true with Cain and Able, with Abraham offering Isaac, with

I don't know if there's anything more spectacular than life itself. Without life, God would not be and neither would we. Life is the very essence of what you are. A majority of people seek the meaning of life without first understanding the value of it. Perhaps when value is established, meaning can come more naturally. To the atheist, life is a miraculous accident caused by the universe. To the theist, life is the energy relationship between man and God. By looking at the bo