Why Do Christians Emphasize Hell Instead of Not Being with God in Heaven?

It is true that some Christians tend to emphasize the idea of Hell more than others. The main reason for this could be a desire to effectively communicate God’s warning against sin, thus persuading others to avoid eternal separation from Him. However, it is important to remember that not all Christians communicate the message only by focusing on Hell. Several churches and religious leaders interpret Scriptures differently when addressing God's love and ways He addresses sin....

March 4, 2024 · 2 min

Guilt and the Great Deception in the Christian Life

The Christian life is often plagued by guilt, anxiety, and shame. Though the scriptures provide God’s promises of redemption, righteousness, holiness, and freedom from bondage to sin, many believers continue to struggle with feelings of unworthiness and guilt. This suggests that something more might be at play than simply a lack of belief or understanding these truths. The Bible describes this deceptive force as Satan (or the Devil) who seeks to hinder our progress in Christlikeness....

March 3, 2024 · 4 min

What Does Jesus Teach Us about God's End-Times Plan?

When discussing various aspects of life, ranging from personal responsibilities to current events, we are often directed towards asking, "What does Jesus teach us?" The words of Christ provide an invaluable lens through which we may understand fundamental truths about existence, morality, and even eschatology. In this case, let's focus on understanding what Jesus teaches us concerning God's end times plan. Parables on the Second Coming In several parables, Jesus offers insights into God's end times plan:...

March 2, 2024 · 3 min

Why Christians Can Be Bad at Being Kind

The Bible makes it very clear that believers in Jesus Christ should be known for their love and kindness among those around them. In fact, Jesus Himself taught that people would be able to identify Christians by the fruit they bear—with love being chief among such fruit (John 13:35). If then, one would expect believers in this day and age to be friendly, caring and considerate. However, a number of reasons can be put forward as to why this often times does not seem to be the case....

March 1, 2024 · 3 min

How to Actually Treat Other Believers Like Family

A passage from Paul's letter to the Galatians has often been used as a call to treat all fellow Christians like family members. Here is Galatians 6:9-10: "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, let us work for the good of all, and especially for those who belong to our family in faith....

February 29, 2024 · 3 min

Why Are There So Many Ideas about Heaven That Are Not Biblical?

The concept of Heaven occupies a prominent role in human history and religious thought. However, the many ideas about Heaven are not always consistent with biblical teachings. This article explores how various cultural factors have influenced diverse understandings of Heaven beyond its original biblical context. Additionally, it examines why certain contemporary ideas may fail to align with Jesus' teach ings or apostolic revelations. Historical Influences Shaping Perceptions of Heaven Throughout history, numerous cultures have held distinct beliefs about afterlife experiences, often predating Christianity itself....

February 28, 2024 · 4 min

9 Lessons for New Christians ... And Old Ones

If you are new to the Christian life or just need a refresher course, here are 9 biblical truths that will strengthen your faith and help keep you focused on following Jesus Christ. What Does It Mean To Be a Christian? A Christian is any person who has personally accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Their life is centered around God’s Son and what He accomplished through His life on earth....

February 27, 2024 · 3 min