While it is true that we are "God's fellow workers" (1 Cor. 3:19), we need to remember that we are not just mere workers. We are worshippers. We are in a love relationship with the Lord Jesus. Our goal in our Christian life is to get closer and closer to him. If being busy for him … Continue reading Part 22: One Thing (Luke 10:38-42)
Part 21: Eternal Life (Luke 10:25-37)
Life as we experience it today makes us long for something much better, what the Bible calls "eternal life." James MacDonald, in his book Vertical Church, affirms this: "Deep in the soul of every human being is a longing for transcendence created within us by God Himself." And more importantly, the Word of God declares this … Continue reading Part 21: Eternal Life (Luke 10:25-37)
Finishing Well
Everyday, we are too preoccupied with small-time questions. Would I finish my studies? Would I finish my project at work? Would we get over our marriage problems? Would I finish paying up all my debts? Important questions, but not as important as the questions that relate to our salvation and the kingdom of God. If … Continue reading Finishing Well
12 Little Things
All those who follow Jesus have dual citizenship. Jesus' command implies this truth, “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s” (Mark 12:17). We are both citizens of this world and citizens of the kingdom of God. Part of our calling as Christians is to love and … Continue reading 12 Little Things