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The Job Description of a Christian: The Beatitudes

The Beatitudes of Jesus appear in Matthew 5:3-12. But what are these cues for living anyway? Are they commands to be obeyed? Are they promises to be granted to people who somehow conform to the descriptions contained wi…
Marriage Advice: Remove the Plank

The other day I was looking up advice for people who were about to get married and I came across something that really resonated with me. A woman said this about marriage: "When you ask God to change your husband/wife…
Don't Waste Good Wine, and Other Biblical Advice

Most people who have not read the Christian scriptures have certain ideas not only about what it teaches, but also about the general attitude it comports. They get their ideas from stuffy Christians, boisterous pastors…
How to Give Advice: A Personal Example

By Sharon at SheWorships Some of you who know me and my husband know this has been a really stressful time for us. Ike is in the throes of applying to PhD programs. He wants to study theology so we’ve been looking at s…
Helpful Questions When Dealing With Depression

By Clayton King Not long ago, I received an email from a brother in Christ who was really going through a dark valley of discouragement and depression. He asked for my advice. I really believe the Holy Spirit inspire…
What Bible Do You Use? Jewish or English?

I had someone ask me what I use and what I recommend. Right now I use the Complete Jewish Bible and The Jewish Study Bible (Tanakh Translation by the JPS), The Scriptures and the King James Version. If you have any more…
I Dared God! Have You?

A few nights ago, my anger and disappointment with life came to a head, and God took the brunt of it. Like the psalmist, I threw my frustration at Him, unable to understand why my life was going nowhere. Fists clenched,…
When the Betrayed is Also the Betrayer

Someone very close to me is going through a very difficult time. I’ve prayed for her, supported her, and been there for her. I’ve listened to her and cried with her. I have come closer to feeling her pain than I eve…
Campus Or Church Interaction?: Advice I Wish I Had In College

Since it's the end of September, I've been in a very reflective mood. One short year ago I was a senior in college, taking the toughest classes of my life. I was knee deep in GRE preparation (to no avail) and trying to…
Good For What It Is or Three Dollars Worth of God

I understand there was a film this past weekend -- a top-notch sci-fi movie with great special effects and a strong story -- developed for under $30 million and it made all its money back on opening weekend. The movie…