An evangelist is someone who passionately shares the Good News (or Gospel) of Jesus Christ with others, with the goal of leading them to faith and salvation. Here’s a deeper look at the meaning of an evangelist within Christianity: It’s important to note that while some individuals may be specifically called to the role of […]
The Perfect Father: A Biblical Blueprint
The Bible provides a wealth of wisdom on fatherhood, painting a picture of a father who embodies the qualities of our Heavenly Father: While no earthly father is perfect, the Bible provides a blueprint for fatherhood that reflects the character of our Heavenly Father. By striving to embody these qualities, fathers can create a lasting […]
Praying with the Bible in Church
Thanks and Praise “Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his splendour is above the earth and the heavens” Psalm 148:13 “Rejoice always, pray continually.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 “We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because you have taken your […]
The Kind of Prayer God loves to Answer!
1 Now Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he stopped, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.” 2 So he said to them, “When you pray, say:Father, may your name be honoured;may your kingdom come.3 Give us each day our daily bread,4 […]
The God who is over all
One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.—Ephesians 4:6 Scripture reading: Psalm 95 Think of it! It does not matter what the Enemy brings to you, or tries to bring; the Father, who is above all, is over you. The God of power, majesty, and glory […]
The gifts of Christ
To each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift.–Ephesians 4:7 Scripture reading: Ephesians 4:1-16 The apostle Paul spoke about the grace and the gifts of Christ–not the gifts of the Holy Spirit, but the gifts of Christ. You are joined to Christ’s body the moment you believe. For instance, […]
Ephesians
Ephesians: Your Guide to Living the Christian Life What is Ephesians? Ephesians is a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the Christians living in Ephesus, an ancient city. Even though it was written long ago, its message is still super relevant for us today! The Big Idea The main theme of Ephesians is that […]
For by grace
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – NIV For it is by free grace (God’s unmerited favour) that you are saved (delivered from judgment and made partakers of Christ’s salvation) through [your] faith. And this [salvation] is […]
Patience
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Ephesians 4 v 2-3 Patience is not optional for the Christian. It is rooted in Christian truth. Patience recognises that full satisfaction cannot be achieved in this […]
Ephesians 3:10
His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, Ephesians 3 v 10 Manifold = Many faceted If you have a large diamond with lots of facets on it, it will twinkle marvellously. God has made us different […]
Christ Dwelling
I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love. Ephesians 3:16-17 NIV The riches of his glory; i.e. the abundance of his […]