It is a mistake to think that being a Christian be­liever, church, or nation means that we will have a stronger moral character or a clearer conscience. It is even more of a mistake to think that one’s be­liefs are right because they are “Christian?"

I had growing concerns about my church. At one time, it had been the organizing center around which my entire life had revolved: spiritual, social, and even professional... But that was before the new “vision” the head pastor had sprung on all of us...

A look at how the paradigm shift shared in 1st Timothy is needed to build better relationships with the opposite sex, a further step towards healthier Christian relationships.

How can Christians better understand and better respond to the tragic events surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza? Here's a look at the three central views shaping today's conversations around war in the Middle East...

Looking back, I can clearly see it as one larger theme gifted to my Big Grand Uncle, my family line, and to me by our Creator God. It is larger because God in His grace pointed us to His majestic attributes and design—the invisible beyond the visible of the world. God revealed Himself not only in my youth through creation but to my family in a hunger for the truth of His character.

There are a handful of times in my life where God has surprised and ‘spoken’ to me even more overtly than I’d ever expected. At a time when I was feeling particularly discouraged with the re­turn on my efforts in life, I was grumbling internally (partly to God, but mostly to myself) as I walked the short distance down the street…

“…and to this day I weep at the remembrance of being and feeling seen by God that day."

An encouragement to those Christians trying to build a close relationship with God, from one who has been practicing and refining his relationship with God for many years.

“In my heart, I was craving for a true relationship in which I could see God as a Father and a Friend… With this kind of spiritual pursuit, I have been blessed to be on a pathway to continue developing a really close and intimate relationship with God.”

What wisdom would you give to your old self on following Jesus well?

I say, “The Lord sees you. It feels insufficient, but plant that truth deep in your heart. He sees you, and he’s with you…” and “He will use the mundane to reveal Himself. God will use the mundane to reveal Himself…”