worldview

We all have a worldview from which we live. How does the Bible affect your view of life, God, and self?

God Wants to Bless You

We devalue God’s love to think He only blesses us to be a blessing. That’s not love; that’s manipulation. He didn’t spare His Son, won’t He also…

Does God Play Favorites?

Why are some people’s prayers answered? Some people find success, fulfillment, and basic joy in life. Does God play favorites? God hated Esau didn’t He?

The Greatest Enemy of Love

Loving others is more important to God than you being wronged. We are to go to God for our comfort and allow Him to protect us. He is a good father.

Paul’s Mistakes: 2. Valuing Goals Over Relationships

Although Paul and Silas were a great ministry pair, was that God’s best? Paul broke relationship for ease of ministry. Did he learn from this mistake?

Paul’s Mistakes: 1. Trusting Our Intellect

Although we have held Paul’s sermon on Mars Hill in high regard, Paul seems to have felt differently. Paul later turns from this strategy. See more…

2 Simple Steps to Knowing God’s Will for Your Life

Knowing God’s will for your life is the most important discovery you can make. However for most God’s will for them has been difficult to discover.

How are Christians to View Aging?

In a few months, I will turn the monumental 40 years old. This is not over the hill. The wearing down of our bodies is not God’s plan. What is His plan?

2 Truths to Increase Your Love of Others

I used to feel guilty when I loved my wife, my kids, or other people too much. Is this really a possibility if we were created to need and love them?

Following Rules is Boring… and Dangerous

While there are benefits to such planning and preparation, strict adherence to our plans will keep us from God’s surprises along the way.

Your Dreams Keep You in the Game

God has placed dreams in your heart to keep you in the game when all looks lost. They’re clues to the wonderful purposes for which you were created.

Can God Be Disappointed in You?

When you make mistakes, is God disappointed with you? Does God use displeasure to move us to repentance or is there another way?

Fear is a Powerful Motivator

Fear may bring quick results, but it will always leave a foothold for the enemy. God motivates us with love. He wants us to experience every good thing.