If the New Testament had a "How-To" manual for actually living out your faith, the Book of James would be it. It is often called the "Proverbs of the New Testament," James doesn't spend much time on abstract theology or debating heretics. Instead, he focuses on what faith looks like when the rubber meets the road. Whether you're struggling with a short fuse, wondering why life is so hard, or trying to figure out how to treat people, James has a blunt, loving, and practical wo

If you were to step into a time machine and travel back to the first century to visit a gathering of early Christians, what would you see? You wouldn't find light shows, professional rock bands, or complex rituals directed by a centralized hierarchy. Instead, you would find a group of believers gathered in simplicity, focused entirely on the "apostles' doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers" ( Acts 2:42 ). In the church of Christ, our goal is not to

In a world where you can find a different church on every street corner—each with its own name, its own set of rules, and its own unique "flavor"—it is easy to become overwhelmed. Many people have concluded that the church is simply a "human club" where like-minded people gather. But if we look into the pages of the New Testament, we find something far more profound. We find that Jesus Christ did not come to start a collection of competing denominations; He came to build His

In a world overflowing with opinions, "influencers," and ever-changing social norms, where can a soul find a solid place to stand? If you walk into any ten churches in your town, you are likely to find ten different sets of rules, varying worship styles, and conflicting doctrines. This religious confusion leads many to ask: Who has the right to say what is true? For the churches of Christ ( Romans 16:16 ), the answer is simple, though it is increasingly radical in today’s cul

In the corporate world, quarterly audits are non-negotiable. Businesses scrutinize their ledgers, pivot their strategies, and trim the fat to ensure they haven't drifted from their mission statement. Yet, when it comes to the most vital enterprise of human existence—our relationship with the Divine—we often settle for a vague, unexamined "religiousness." We must ask ourselves: Is our faith a living organism or merely a historical monument? The Paradox of the Hollow Tree True

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The apostle Paul must have had supernatural knowledge of the internet and social media. I love how he says things like... "Do not be...

Do you picture God gavel in hand? Behind His giant throne? Condemning you for everything you do that is wrong? With lightening bolts in...