One reason Christianity resonates: it speaks to both head and heart. It tells a meaningful story about the world around us, but also the longings deep within us. It explains both the universe and the human experience within it.
Say what you want… but this needs to be said.
Christians don't do “vibes” or “energy” or burn sage...
We operate in wisdom, discernment, and the anointing of the Holy Ghost.
The biggest threat to Christianity isn't atheism. It's fake Christianity.
A gospel with no repentance.
A faith with no obedience.
A church with no truth.
Let's try to get this straight:
No one is 'banned'
No one is 'prevented from competing'
No one is 'excluded'
There is a sex category for everyone.
Everyone can compete, where eligible.
You need to be good, and to qualify.
So, as they sometimes say;
#trainharder
World: Love is love.
Bible: God is love.
World: Live your truth.
Bible: Jesus is Truth.
World: You are enough.
Bible: God is enough.
World: It's your life. Do what you want.
Bible: Jesus is life. Do what He says.
World: Believe in yourself.
Bible: Believe in God.
You’re right. Christianity brainwashed me.
Now I want to spend the rest of my life loving one woman, building a faithful marriage, raising a strong and beautiful family, praying for people who hate me, forgiving when it’s hard, staying far away from gossip and bitterness, and finding my peace in Jesus.
If that’s brainwashing, I’m grateful for it.
Baptism does not save you. Taking communion does not save you. Being a "good person" does not save you.
Only faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross can save your soul from the wrath of God in Hell.
Some people think Christians are people who think they'll get to Heaven by being good.
This couldn't be further from the truth.
Being a Christian means realizing you are the opposite of good and that your only hope of Heaven is trusting in a Savior who alone is good.
This year to come:
- Keep a weekly sabbath
- Stay within your limits
- Don’t try to control what only God can.
- Pursue gospel community.
- Let your Bible be your daily guide.
- Count your blessings not your complaints.
- Rest in God’s grace,
- Celebrate Jesus everyday.
“Think not of the books you’ve bought as a ‘to be read’ pile. Instead, think of your bookcase as a wine cellar. You collect books to be read at the right time, the right place, and the right mood.”
-Luc van Donkersgoed
Don't mistake Jesus hanging out with sinners as tolerance and affirmation of their sin.
He spent time with them, so that they'd believe in Him as the Savior who saves sinners and changes lives.