Seek God for Who He Is: Moving Beyond a Transactional Faith
When we first seek salvation, it centers on our desires, but true discipleship focuses on Jesus. Many, like the crowd in John 6, often seek Him for what they want rather than who He is. We must prioritize understanding Him over seeking mere blessings. Only through belief in Him can we gain eternal life.
God Loves Us Through the Mess
The passage from Ephesians 2:1-10 depicts humanity’s sinful nature and God’s boundless mercy and grace. Despite our disobedience and spiritual death, God’s love and mercy resurrect us through Christ, emphasizing that salvation is a gift of grace, not earned through works. It concludes by affirming that we are His handcrafted work, purposefully placed on Earth.
The Faith of a Leper
In Matthew 8:1-4, a leper approaches Jesus, defying societal norms, and humbly asks for healing, showcasing faith. Jesus touches him, breaking barriers and demonstrating love without becoming unclean. The passage emphasizes humility, obedience, and the importance of prioritizing time with God while challenging us to extend compassion to others.
Without Jesus You’re Wrong: Why Truth Without Love Misses the Gospel
The post emphasizes the importance of centering conversations and actions around Jesus rather than ego or the desire to be right. It critiques a culture of judgment within Christianity, urging believers to approach others with love and understanding, just as Jesus did. True understanding of Scripture comes from seeking Jesus.
God Is Obsessed With You
The author reflects on their admiration for a grey kitten in their backyard, drawing parallels to God’s love for humanity. They express that God is always watching, loving, and waiting for us to approach Him, emphasizing His unwavering support and the importance of recognizing our worth through faith. Affirmation cards are offered to reinforce these truths.
Instagram vs Reality Christianity
The content emphasizes that no one is as perfect as they appear on social media. It reflects on the struggles even admired figures like Priscilla Shirer face, challenging the notion of spiritual perfection. The author encourages embracing imperfections and understanding that everyone has unseen battles, urging a shift away from comparison and towards self-acceptance through faith in Jesus.
He Must Increase, I Must Decrease
The author reflects on the struggle with ego and the importance of prioritizing God’s glory over personal validation. Inspired by John the Baptist’s humility, the narrative emphasizes the need to decrease oneself to allow Jesus to increase. It serves as a reminder to focus on fulfilling God’s calling while resisting arrogance and self-importance.
He Cares About the Little Things
The post highlights Jesus’s first miracle of turning water into wine, emphasizing his care for everyday inconveniences. It illustrates that God’s concern extends to small details in our lives, not just significant events. Personal anecdotes reinforce the idea of recognizing and appreciating God’s presence and love in both minor and major moments.
How to Handle Being Angry With God (Without Guilt or Shame)
The author reflects on a lifelong struggle with anger, particularly towards God. They discuss the complexity of feeling anger while recognizing God’s sovereignty. The narrative emphasizes the importance of expressing feelings to God, addressing doubt without guilt, and finding ways to process anger through acceptance, openness, gratitude, and ongoing reflection.
Good Things can come from Rough Places
“Jesus of Nazareth” wasn’t just a descriptor, it was an insult. When people referred to Him as “Jesus of Nazareth,” they were saying it to be rude and unkind. Nazareth wasn’t a place of high regard. In fact it was a place that wasn’t seen as positive at all. We don’t know much about Nazareth […]
