Loving oneself is an essential aspect of leading a fulfilling life. It involves having a positive self-image, being kind to oneself, and nurturing oneself physically, mentally, and emotionally. However, for many individuals, the concept of self-love can be challenging, especially when it comes to making sacrifices for God. In this article, we will explore how to love oneself while sacrificing for God.
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Faith is the foundation of many people’s lives. It provides a sense of purpose, hope, and peace in the midst of life’s challenges. However, faith is not always easy to maintain, especially in times of adversity. Strengthening your faith requires effort and intentional actions. Here are some tips and advice for believers looking to strengthen their faith.
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Life is unpredictable, and sometimes we face tragic events that can leave us feeling lost and stuck. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a traumatic event, or a significant life change, tragedy can shake us to our core and make us feel like we’re not sure how to move forward. In these moments, it’s important to remember that you are not alone and that there are steps you can take to help you navigate this difficult time.
Here are some suggestions on what to do when your life is stuck with a tragedy:
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Temptation is a universal human experience. From the moment we are born, we are tempted by various desires, whether it is for food, comfort, pleasure, or power. The Bible, the holy book of Christianity, is filled with stories of people who faced temptation and overcame it. In this article, we will explore some lessons from scripture on how to overcome temptation.
Lesson 1: Recognize the source of temptation
The Bible teaches us that temptation comes from three sources: the world, the flesh, and the devil. The world refers to the sinful culture that surrounds us, while the flesh refers to our own sinful nature. The devil, also known as Satan, is a spiritual being who opposes God and seeks to lead people astray.
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Forgiveness is a central tenet of the Christian faith. It is one of the most powerful and transformative practices that we can engage in as followers of Jesus Christ. Forgiveness is not always easy, but it is necessary if we want to live lives that are in line with God’s will.
In this article, we will explore the secrets of forgiveness and offer a guide for Christians who are struggling to forgive others.
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Paul wrote this letter to his missionary helper Titus, whom he had placed in charge of the church on the island of Crete.
One purpose of this letter was to instruct Titus in how to deal with the false teachers who had infiltrated the church.
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The Bible is not definitive on this point, so each person, church, and movement must come to peace with its position. Certainly the Bible includes several stories of resistance to government, even armed resistance. Sometimes, as in this passage, no moral judgment is attached to the report of resistance. Warfare is constant throughout of the Old Testament, including warfare ordained by God.
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The idea that particular angel is assigned to each person or believer was popular during the medieval era but suffered under the theological housecleaning of the Reformation. Only one distant reference to the possibility occurs in Matthew 18:10.
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The church in Corinth split probably for the same reasons modern-day churches do. Some people identified with the ministry style of Peter. Others were drawn to Paul’s personality. Still others felt a connection with Apollos. We rightly learn from the insights of spiritual leaders, but crowing about one’s own leader and criticizing all others is wrong, petty, and immature.
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5 For I suppose I was not a whit behind the very chiefest apostles.
6 But though I be rude in speech, yet not in knowledge; but we have been throughly made manifest among you in all things.
7 Have I committed an offence in abasing myself that ye might be exalted, because I have preached to you the gospel of God freely?
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