Taking Meals Together

Potluck

The New Testament repeatedly emphasizes the togetherness of brethren in the early church. The fellowship that they shared was based upon their common faith – “those who had believed were together” (Acts 2:44). When John wrote his first epistle, he explained that “our fellowship is with the Father, and with His Son Jesus Christ,” and that […]

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Spiritual Disciplines

Bible and Notebook

“But have nothing to do with worldly fables fit only for old women. On the other hand, discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness; for bodily discipline is only of little profit, but godliness is profitable for all things, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. It […]

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Gratitude (Part 3): Enjoying God’s Blessings with Gratitude

Enjoying God's Blessings with Gratitude

As we conclude this brief series on gratitude, we have focused on how our ability to be thankful affects our behavior. We have seen that gratitude is the basis of any faithful service to God and will enable us to receive the greatest benefit from prayer. As we think about the blessings themselves, we need […]

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Gratitude (Part 2): Praying to God with Gratitude

Praying to God with Gratitude

Gratitude is about more than just knowing what to be thankful for. A true sense of thanksgiving should necessarily affect our behavior. In the previous article, we saw how gratitude is essential if we are to “offer to God an acceptable service” (Hebrews 12:28). As we will notice in this article, it must also be […]

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Revisiting Bible Authority

Pointing in Bible

It is good and necessary to revisit certain topics from time to time. We do not want to “drift away” from what we have previously learned (Hebrews 2:1). Some topics are so foundational that they affect what we believe, teach, and practice – individually and collectively. The topic of Bible authority is one of these foundational […]

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Gratitude (Part 1): Serving God with Gratitude

Serving God with Gratitude

In the United States, Thanksgiving is near the end of November. This holiday is meant to be a time to reflect on the many reasons we have to be thankful. Of course, as Christians, we are to be thankful at all times, yet this holiday is a good reminder for us and society as a […]

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The Sin of Gluttony

Overeating

The Bible condemns gluttony, yet it is a topic that is largely overlooked in sermons and Bible classes. Because of this, there may be some confusion about what gluttony is. First, let us notice what it is not. One who is overweight is not necessarily a glutton. Other factors are involved in one’s weight, including […]

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