Giving your best to the Lord

Giving our best to the LORD involves more than just material offerings; it encompasses the full devotion of our hearts and lives to God.

In our walk with Christ, we are called to give nothing less than our best to the Lord. This means giving our first fruits, our talents, and our readiness to His service. Let’s delve into the Scriptures to explore the significance of this giving and how it shapes our faith and discipleship. 1. Sacrifice the First Fruits to God The Continue reading Giving your best to the Lord

Guidelines for Rebuking Sin

Guidelines for rebuking sin like Jesus with hope and compassion to guide people back to the principles of love, justice, and mercy

Learning from examples of Jesus rebuking sin The way Jesus addressed sin offers profound lessons for Christians on rebuking sin both within themselves and in their communities. His approach combines uncompromising truth with deep compassion, providing a model that balances justice with grace. Here are some key lessons: Compassion is Central: Jesus always engaged with sinners from a place of Continue reading Guidelines for Rebuking Sin

Five Crowns for Christian Believers

These crowns remind us of the importance of discipline in our spiritual lives (Incorruptible Crown), the joy of leading others to Christ (Crown of Rejoicing), the anticipation of our Lord's return (Crown of Righteousness), the perseverance through trials and tribulations (Crown of Life), and the calling to shepherd God’s flock faithfully (Crown of Glory).

Welcome to our Bible study on the “Crowns of the Believer,” where we will explore the profound promises God has laid out for those who follow Him with dedication and love. In Scripture, we find five distinct crowns mentioned, each representing a different aspect of the Christian life and the eternal rewards that await those who persevere in faith, love, Continue reading Five Crowns for Christian Believers

Essential Skills and Competencies for Leading a Small Group

Small group of Christians meeting together for Bible study, fellowship, and mutual support.

This is an ongoing Bible study research project that started when I was challenged to help develop a class that trains group members to become group leaders. As I started to plan the study, I realized I needed a list of required competencies to tailor the training and evaluate the candidates. But as I researched the subject and talked to Continue reading Essential Skills and Competencies for Leading a Small Group

Top 10 Most Important Things for Christians Today

What are the top ten answers to the question: What are the most important things for a Christian?

The ten most important things for Christians in the world today center on upholding the core tenets of faith, living out the teachings of Jesus Christ, and engaging with the world in a manner reflective of biblical principles. These aspects are deeply rooted in Scripture and underscore the importance of personal faith, ethical living, evangelism, and social engagement. Love God Continue reading Top 10 Most Important Things for Christians Today