Q: How soon does God expect me to share the gospel with non-Christian friends and acquaintances? Am I being disobedient by just building a relationship without talking about Jesus? A: This dilemma confronts most every Christian at some point. We chat with the neighbors about their kids, make small talk with the barber as he …
With America’s Independence Day approaching, it’s a good time for Christians to consider this question. But the answer doesn’t just apply to believers in the US. For Christ followers around the world, there are plenty of biblical reasons to celebrate their countries. First, Scripture encourages us to celebrate the righteousness of our nations. According to …
To spank or not to spank? It’s a question debated by parents, with many concluding that the practice is unkind, unreasonable, and even unchristian. So it may surprise some to learn how often the Bible advocates spanking. Consider the following wisdom from Proverbs, where corporal punishment is referred to as “the rod”: “Whoever spares the …
The multitude of Bible translations on the market can seem overwhelming. But there are good reasons for having so many versions of Scripture available. Perhaps the most important reason is that different translators have different translations philosophies. Some believe that it is best for an English Bible to reflect the sentence structure, style, and expressions …
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How much church involvement does God really expect from Christians? It’s a relevant question for people who are busy with work and family commitments yet want to be faithful to their churches at the same time. After all, it can be tempting to skip small group Bible study, Sunday night services (if your church has …
In 1922, Emily Post became a household name when her book, Etiquette, In Society, In Business, In Politics, and At Home, soared to the top of America’s bestseller list. Over the years, the work remained popular as her descendants updated it to fit changing times and social customs. Yet notably, some of the work’s foundational …