We’ve all heard the saying, “It’s better to give than to receive” and yet, most of us love to receive things. Who doesn’t look forward to getting a gift at Christmas or receiving the reward for a meritorious achievement? We all like to receive things that delight us, but as Christians, our greatest desire should … Continue reading To Give or to Receive?
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How to be God’s Influence in this World
Almost all Christians will say that they are Christians because they believe in the gospel of Jesus and acknowledge that He is the Son of God and their Savior. Romans 10:9 tells us that we need to confess this truth, but we're also told that faith without works is dead. We need to do more than … Continue reading How to be God’s Influence in this World
When is it Wrong to Give?
Christians and non-Christians like to give some kind of donation to the needy, especially around the Christmas holidays. It's a built-in mechanism we have that's inspired by the commercialization of goodwill, and intended for the benefit of those in need. But there are many Christians who don't give the way they should, and so we … Continue reading When is it Wrong to Give?
Smile, God Loves You! 