Early Church Councils and Creeds
Studying creeds of the church is a great way to learn of the history of the Church. Every creed is written to settle a controversy or to clarify some theological point.
Your Own Emotions Have Cut You Off from Us
Most, if not all creeds, mark a clear point when a group, large or small, separated into its own group/division. Comparing one creed to the creed before it, on the same branch, we can see what the points of contention were between different believing groups.
God Will Rejoice Over You
The idea of Joy in another and God’s joy in us gave me joy today. God has joy in our joy. We have joy in the service of fellowship and to others. There is value and truth in our experiencing joy.
Love Discovers Truths About Individuals That Others Cannot See
Love is the expression of the one who loves, not of the one who is loved. Those who think they can love only the people they prefer do not love at all.
Eternal Life: A Christian Perspective
The other day I was asked, “What is eternal life?” This question came up in relation to John 3:14 which says, “As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of Man be lifted up; 15 so that whoever believes will in Him have eternal life.” I will try to provide […]
Build Up and Accept Rather Than Tear Down and Separate
Build up and accept rather than tear down and separate. I want to encourage those who trust Christ but feel isolated and hurt, Christ accepts you and will build you until the end.