In 1 Corinthians 13:13, we are told that three things are better than any spiritual gift: these are faith, hope and love. This is part of the speech where Paul addresses the Corinthian people after they receive a number of spiritual gifts including wisdom, prophecy, healing, and the knowledge of different tongues. Between them, they …
According to the good book, in John 13:34 Jesus commanded his followers to love one another. This commandment is repeated throughout the New Testament as a reminder of the importance of loving your fellowman. Showing love is at the center of Christian belief, but how can you really practice loving others in your everyday life? …
In hard times, it is understandable that you might begin to question God’s intentions. If you cannot feel God helping you in obvious ways, you might ask: if God is all-powerful and omniscient, why would he make me struggle? Why isn’t He helping me? Has He forgotten about me? Am I not a worthy Christian? …
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There are times when life can be through challenging and difficult situations your way, whether you are dealing with the loss of a loved one or have recently lost a job, and it may seem unlikely that you will ever get through it. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth as many people have …
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The word ‘beatitudes’ comes from the Latin word ‘beatus’ which translates to ‘blessed,’ and that’s the focus of this important part of the bible. The beatitudes are blessings to live by, eight direct teachings that help to shape our character, our morality, our understanding of God, and the world around us. These blessings are one …
Life is complex and often doesn’t run as smoothly as we might hope. We trust in God to guide us, learn His ways through study and prayer, and grow our relationship with Him that is full of nurturing and care. That’s what makes it hard to take when things go wrong; when our friends and …
The modern world is a strange place. It often feels like you’re getting pulled in so many directions, that it can feel almost impossible to center yourself. Amongst a sea of different expectations, of beliefs and voices that we are all expected and try to listen to, as well as the busy nature of many …
Life is full of twists and turns, and God is with us in both good times and bad times. When something doesn’t go to plan, prayer can allow us to see the wider picture and be soothed by God’s love. These 5 prayers will benefit you if you are in need of comfort, assistance, or …
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There are times when life can be through challenging and difficult situations your way, whether you are dealing with the loss of a loved one or have recently lost a job, and it may seem unlikely that you will ever get through it. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth as many people have …
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Friendship is undoubtedly one of life’s most valuable treasures. Friends are trustworthy acquaintances who know and respect us for who we are, regardless of what we’ve been through. Friendship may sometimes be difficult and complicated, as it takes a lot of effort to maintain positive and successful connections with friends, yet our friends are the …
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We all face moments of weakness and fear in life—more often than most of us are willing to admit. Thankfully, we can always turn to God when we need strength, courage, and reassurance. The bible is a powerful source of strength that we can draw from at any given moment. By simply remembering God’s word, …
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How do you become a blessing? Is it possible to be a blessing to others? And is it what God wants of us? If you have arrived here, it is already a good sign that you are open to God and the teachings of Christ. You have considered, maybe even decided, that you want to …
Reading the bible, especially as a newcomer or skeptic, can be daunting. There often feels like there is a pressure to understand a verse or parable and we can feel downtrodden when we can’t understand part of the bible – but this shouldn’t be the case. Oftentimes, being able to discuss the bible and attempt …
Even the most devout Christians will naturally face spiritual struggles every now and then. They will inevitably face evil in their day-to-day lives. In these situations, it may benefit you to be a prayer warrior. What is a prayer warrior? What are the characteristics of a prayer warrior? How do they help people? Find all …
If you are on a spiritual path, it is not easy. There is no tangible proof that you are succeeding, no objects to physically hold on to. Temptations may try to lure you off your path. Worldly distractions are everywhere and worldly life can be so wearing that you stumble. There are times when you …
