The More Is Better Myth
We’ve been conditioned by the media to believe that more is better. Bigger cars, bigger houses, bigger salaries, bigger vacations, even bigger portions at the drive-through are supposed to guarantee us more happiness. Does having more than the average Joe really multiply our share of peace and joy?
A Psalmist’s Obsession: The Righteousness of God in Psalm 119One of the easiest ways to understand a portion of Scripture is to look for repeated words. When the writer refers to something several times within a few verses, he’s trying to emphasize that topic.
What are we to do when we are opposed or persecuted or attacked for our faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? Well firstly we are taught that we should not be surprised. The apostle Peter had to write to the persecuted Christians around the year 60A.D. Dear friends, don’t be surprised or shocked when you go through painful trials that are like walking through fire, as though something unusual is happening to you. So we learn that this has been the reality since the church of Jesus Christ was birthed. And, we must not become afraid. Now, that is not easy! When you are under pressure, worship! You can worry or you can worship! Which are you going to do?
Be Aware, Informed, and Involved, With Those Who Are Suffering for Their Faith in Jesus Christ!Our world is being battered in a manner I have never witnessed being attacked and battered during my entire lifetime! Christians are being persecuted. Islam is seeking to overrun and rule. Terror is arising from the most surprising corners. What have to do? How are we to behave? In which ways must those who have true real faith in Jesus Christ react and respond? Somehow we have to be willing to stand up to certain waves of opposition. We have to learn how to handle harassment, or worse. Some fathers who have belonged to ‘religion’ have said to their children that you have a choice, and it is this. Leave Jesus or leave the family! For over forty years I have been closely involved with those who are persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ and have had the privilege of meeting some just after they had come out of prison.
Facing the Present Appalling World Situation Requires Spirituality of a Strong Courageous Nature!Persecution is increasing dramatically and I wonder if any of the political leaders are aware of what is actually happening. Yes, we can be rejected and insulted and mocked and ridiculed and passed over for promotion, but something more serious has arisen in these past few years. What are we to do? Opposition can make me more like Jesus and that may mean we are taken through some of the things Jesus went through. Jesus knew what it was to be lonely, and be misunderstood, and be ridiculed and persecuted, and eventually crucified. But Jesus Christ rose from the dead and Jesus Christ is alive and it is that assurance which has kept me going for over fifty years! If you’re abused and ridiculed and persecuted, because of Jesus Christ, count yourself fortunate. It is the Spirit of God and his glory in you that brought you to the notice of others.
The Materiality of Unbound Energy and the Substance of EmptinessApparent contradictory notions for Buddhism and Hinduism are scrutinised in a framework of modern notions of quantum mechanics, ontology and information technology. Unifying underlying concepts are proposed.
Introverts and extroverts, alike, need their rest. Everybody does. If we cannot down our tools – and find some time alone, away from the hustle and bustle of life – we can become shells of our real selves. This is especially true of people with busy, high-demand lives – family women and men, career people, students with jobs, etc.
A Pawn in Satan’s ArmyIn an age of humanism, Christianity’s cause is often viewed as a point of conflict. Instead of spreading the Truth of Love, we have allowed an infiltration of selfishness and pride: a plan set in motion by Satan himself, long before the world began.
How To Be Amazed By Psalm 119Psalm 119 is a fascinating portion of Scripture for at least two reasons. First and most obviously, it is fascinating simply because it is in the Bible and so comes from the very mind and mouth of God.
Psalm 23: The Goodness and Faithfulness of GodThere is no lack of God’s goodness and faithfulness in the Word of God. Search them out like you would search for the Pearl of Great Price. With His promises in your heart and the good Shepherd at your side you will never again find yourself at the mercy of another doom-filled news report. Dwelling in His house you are forever above and beyond the destruction of this world.
Who Is God – Some Important Attributes From the Word of GodOur source for knowing who God is, can ultimately only come from one place; the Bible. That is right! The Word of God. In it is sufficient knowledge to make one wise about God, knowledge that He Himself has given to us. Written over a period of fourteen-hundred to eighteen-hundred years, this precious book is uniquely able to tell us who God is like no other book can. So who is God? Lets find out! Here are a few of His wonderful attributes.
Truly The Undeserved Goodness Of God Leads To RepentanceWhy will God allow evil men to be operating in this world? There is so much wickedness in the world now that many people are wondering if God exists and is what the bible says He is. The truth is that God exists and is what the scriptures say He is; however, His goodness is what is speaking for those evil men for the time being. This article emphasis that God is more interested in the salvation of a wicked man than his condemnation.


