You ever see madness on the news and just ask yourself, “why?” If you have, you’re not alone. Most people don’t understand why evil still happens in the civilized world we live in—I know those news anchors don’t. Fortunately, however, the true reason is easy to find. The answer to our “why?” is found in the Bible. … [Read more...]
25 Spiritual Growth Tips From My 25 Years as a Christian
It’s hard to believe, but I recently passed my 25th new-birth day. It’s been 25 years since the kid version of me accepted Jesus as my personal savior. A lot has changed since I made that most important decision of my life, but looking back now, I see that God worked all those things together for my good. No, my life … [Read more...]
50 Facts to Remember When You Think God Doesn’t Care
Have you ever thought God just doesn’t care about you? I admit that I have. It wasn’t because I was a “bad” Christian or that I didn’t have faith in Him though—it was more so that I felt let down. My faith in God was supposed to shield me from suffering. It was supposed to give me friends who cared about me. It was … [Read more...]
The One Prayer That Changed My Life Forever
I have never been a fast learner. Anyone marked as a smart kid growing up knows certain traits are assumed in “gifted” children, but the ability to catch on fast was one I wished people never thought I had. Sure, I understood things perfectly after taking time to review it myself, but I couldn’t stand teachers who quizzed … [Read more...]
Predestination Is True — Here’s Why You Still Evangelize
“If predestination is true, why should Christians still evangelize?” That’s one of the most common questions people have when they learn the biblical doctrine of predestination. For those who need a reminder, predestination is the belief that God chose people before the beginning of time to become Christians, and that He … [Read more...]
What’s a Theologineer? & Why You Should Think Like One
My first engineering textbook in school wasn’t primarily about math, science, or physics... It was about how you should think. While the freshman version of me who carried that book to his 8 AM class wasn’t too keen on its contents, the professional I am today knows the importance of “Thinking Like an Engineer”. Many … [Read more...]
My Go-To Bible Verses for Anxiety and Stress Explained
I’m not sure exactly when things changed, but some time years ago, a dreaded event happened: I became important at work. I was no longer a happy face just filling a role on the team. I was now the experienced professional whose decisions affected millions of dollars. This increased responsibility overwhelmed me in the … [Read more...]
The Place You Belong
“Where are you from?” To many, that question is an innocent inquiry of your past. People want to learn more about where you lived so they can get to know you. And as soon as you respond with a city, state, or country, they'll learn a lot more than the answer you give. A simple location gives presumptions of your social … [Read more...]
Why ‘Once Saved Always Saved’ Is Undeniable Bible Truth
Once saved, always saved. Yes, it’s actually true. While this belief appears to be heresy, those who deny it typically oppose a straw man. They denounce the idea of a one-time decision overriding anything a professing Christian will later do. This idea, however, is not what I’m here to defend. To clarify, I’m saying … [Read more...]
Why Did Jesus Die on the Cross? Understanding Salvation’s Requirement
"Why did Jesus die on the cross?" Whole books have been written on that question. My goal here though is to answer it in about 5 minutes. I pray the excerpt below gives you the understanding you need, but if you have more questions, feel free to ask away. Why Did Jesus Die? Understanding Salvation To know why … [Read more...]
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