The difference between fake Christians and real ones is like day and night! Those who "try" to be Christians work on their own strength and wisdom based on opinions and produce NO fruit for the Lord. But when we accept Jesus as our Savior, we are new creations and abide IN Him and His Spirit … Continue reading Like Day and Night!
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Natural Fruit
We can often tell someone's culture by their physical appearance and language. But since Christianity is a body of mixed cultures, our identity is known another way—by our words and actions! As we study the Bible and get closer to Jesus, our old personality falls away bit by bit, and the fruit or character of … Continue reading Natural Fruit
Walking with Blinders
Too many Christians prefer to ignore sin rather than take a stand against it. Is this what Jesus told us to do? How can we share the gospel or be a witness of God’s love or of His saving grace if we don’t get out there and tell the world that sin is wrong? How … Continue reading Walking with Blinders
What Does a Christian Look Like?
So many new Christians look up to the older Christians to find out how they should act and how they should look. Are they to dress in expensive clothing? Drive flashy cars? Live in luxury homes? Do they need these things to show they have faith? Is this what defines a Christian?Should they change the … Continue reading What Does a Christian Look Like?
How to Tell if a Christian is Real or Fake
Today there are many denominations of "Christianity" that appease the different emotions and lifestyles. And there are many diverse doctrines, yet they all proclaim to know God. Jesus tells us that not everyone who says they are a Christian is a Christian, so how can we tell if someone is a real Christian or a fake? The … Continue reading How to Tell if a Christian is Real or Fake
Christianity is NOT what you Think
Many people today call themselves "Christians". Mega churches around the globe attract millions of people every week with their hyped music and vain promises of wealth and prosperity. This new move has deleted the need for repentance and replaced it with an inclusive salvation message of the mind. But the truth is, Christians are not defined by what … Continue reading Christianity is NOT what you Think
God is Greater than the Attack!
Sometimes it's really hard to be joyful. We're attacked from different directions and we get knocked down, and the joy we once had slowly oozes out of us. Maybe we had plans for that extra bit of money that came in and it got sucked away by an unexpected bill. Or maybe a health issue … Continue reading God is Greater than the Attack!
Faith Builds Character
Faith is the substance that links us to God and makes us who we are. It goes along the same line as the old antic, we are what we eat. The more we learn about God, the more faith we have and the more like Jesus we become. Knowledge leads to conviction which leads to faith … Continue reading Faith Builds Character