Requirements of God

“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."
Colossians 3:17(ESV)

Teachings about renewing our minds and changing our hearts so that we honor and please God through Jesus Christ.

When Our Relationships Become Idols

Genesis 2:18 (NLT) is a significant verse when it comes to the record of God’s creation. It lets us in on the conversation God is having with His beloved Son and Holy Spirit, saying: “Then the LORD God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.”” Genesis 1:31 tells us that everything God made was good, but the creation of Eve shows us that He wasn’t done yet—He had a specific plan still unfolding. Our Heavenly Father is per

Imitating God, the Key to A Good Life

It’s no secret that there are many people who regularly feel lonely and isolated, disconnected from friends and even family. Even in Old Testament times, people felt afraid and vulnerable, and God reassured them of His presence and support. Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) tells us that He encouraged them: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” In Matthew 28:20 (NIV), J

Our Role in God’s Divine Plan

A wonderful young believer who is deeply committed to pleasing God was feeling a little down about his life. Despite his desire to honor our Heavenly Father, he was finding it challenging to shake the feeling that his life lacked significance. He had a rough childhood, and as an adult, he’s worked tirelessly just to keep his bills paid and maintain his independence. With so much focus on survival, he couldn’t shake the thought that maybe he wasn’t fulfilling his purpose. “It’