Posts with the category “the-front-room”

A recent comment by a comedian has received probably outsized attention, but can cause us to think about two important areas of Scripture: the importance of modesty and the admonition to not cause others to stumble. We must always make sure that the way we present ourselves, that we carry ourselves, is reflective of the Holy Spirit within us. Scripture Passage (ESV): Luke 17:1-2...  Read More

Yesterday, I addressed the importance of getting information from trustworthy sources. Believers in Christ should be devoted to getting the truth and disseminating the truth, even to the extent of being discerning about what we share with others. We reject false information and unbiblical behavior. Now, the flow of information has been warped even further because certain companies now encourage pe...  Read More

I speak fairly often about making sure that the sources that we go to for information are trusted, and if they claim to be “Christian,” that what they publish is consistent with a Biblical worldview and grounded in truth. 1st John 4 encourages Christians to be very demanding and discerning, and to “test the spirits.” And we should certainly not consume or spread information that is questionable fa...  Read More

October is recognized as Christian Higher Education Month, and we can take the opportunity to reflect on growing in, as 2nd Peter 3 says, “the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”  The Bible tells us in 1st Corinthians 1 that we have “the mind of Christ.”  So, the purpose of Christian education is to help students to think Biblically, to develop a Biblical worldview and to dev...  Read More

The American campus, by and large, has been a bastion of progressive indoctrination, including secular humanism, cultural Marxism, the promotion of immorality, and as of late, a rise in antisemitism.  Throughout the years, it’s been reported about the sheer lack of critical thinking present on some campuses and the proliferation of groupthink.  At the expense of culture at large. Scripture Passage...  Read More

It’s always helpful as a believer to consider how we can grow, how we can be more devoted to Christ, and what He desires to do in and through us. And, we can evaluate to see how He might be charting a course for our future, under the leadership of His Holy Spirit. And, hopefully, a month from now, a year from now, we can see that He has continued that work that He began in you when you first came ...  Read More

The deviant trends in human sexuality over the past few decades has negatively impacted society and has even infiltrated the Church. We have been placed in the position to confront these trends Biblically, and we recognize that God’s ways are best and His truth is superior. But, there are those that accommodate the world’s ways, leading to enormous pressure on relationships and the consequences of...  Read More

We live in an extremely dangerous world, it seems, and I believe it is a fulfillment of the signs that Jesus pointed to in Matthew 24, as He spoke of wars and rumors of wars. Not only are countries going to war against one another, but there are actors now that are driven by ideology and commit heinous acts in order to promote it. Sometimes they’re associated with a country, sometimes a group, oth...  Read More

In whatever field of endeavor we undertake, presumably under the leadership of the Holy Spirit, we are to allow the Scriptures, illuminated by the Spirit to guide us.  From the employee in manufacturing, engineering, a variety of trades, to food service to a governmental leader, I believe it is the expectation of Christ to obey Him, to allow Him to order our steps, and seek to glorify His name.Scr...  Read More

Following the resurrection and ascension of Jesus, there was a sustained period of spiritual growth for the early Church. On the day of Pentecost, the gospel was preached and 3000 were saved. Throughout the book of Acts, we can read how that cycle of proclamation and response contributed to the growth of what we know as the Church. And, our God hasn’t changed - He desires for His Word to be procla...  Read More

I mentioned last week the importance of considering how we are “presenting” ourselves to the world around us.  Romans 12 talks about presenting ourselves as living sacrifices.  The Bible talks about doing all we do to the glory of God - that make take different forms, depending on the situation.  But, we have to ask the question about how we are submitting to God and radiating the light of Christ ...  Read More

The third anniversary of the attacks on Israel by the terrorist group Hamas sent shockwaves into the Jewish state and upheaval throughout the Middle East, as Israel crafted a strong response to the events, that took the lives of well over a thousand Israelis.  In a small country, as Joel Rosenberg of All Israel News pointed out, this was an event of 9/11 proportions.   But, it’s indicative of host...  Read More

When we depart from the ways prescribed in the Scriptures, it is a recipe for chaos. The gender insanity that we have observed over the past several decades has resulted in so much confusion, and represents a departure from what the Bible refers to as a “sound mind.” It is not sound for men or women to attempt to change their gender. It is not sound to allow boys in girls’ locker rooms. And vice v...  Read More

Jesus invites us to enter into a relationship with Him, to recognize His presence, and to respond to Him, experiencing what He has in store when we take the time to concentrate on Him, when we focus on His love and grace for us. And, when a person comes into a saving knowledge of Christ, then there is the expectation to begin a life of obedience. Scripture Passage (ESV): Acts 22:12-16...  Read More

There’s an old saying that a person is known by the company that he keeps. In this day in which our associations could very well be displayed on social media, we have to be extra careful about the people we endorse or even “like” on various platforms. Now, it’s one thing to befriend a person because we want to be a good Christian influence, but we have to guard our own reputation, as well - how we...  Read More

Jesus draws the contrast between what the world offers in terms of satisfaction, peace, and happiness and what a relationship with Him will bring. If we are looking in the wrong direction to bring us the perceived happiness we desire, we are settling for less than the “fullness of joy” that God offers to us. We have to make sure that our lives are correctly prioritized so we experience the springs...  Read More

We have to be careful what we expose our minds to, because the eye is the gateway to the body, as Jesus taught us.  And, that’s important not only for adults, but for children as well.  Protecting children from harmful influences and actions is important in a functioning society, and with technological advancements that make access easier and the material even more diabolical, parents, in partners...  Read More

After the flood was sent in Noah’s time to destroy the people left on the earth as an act of judgment, Noah’s descendants, who still carried the sin nature resident in the hearts of humanity from the fall began to repopulate the world. And, their default human tendencies became pervasive to the extent that a large number in the land of Shinar united to build a tower, a testament to human ambition....  Read More

The Bible tells us that the earth belongs to the Lord, and He is intent on making Himself known throughout the whole earth. Now, He does that through the faithfulness of His people, who exhibit a devotion to love and serve Him and to proclaim what He has done. And, He is not limited by time and space - His Word can penetrate the globe. Scripture Passage: Psalm 24:1-6 (ESV)...  Read More

We live in a fallen world, and the god of this world, the devil, is pertrating evil all around us. We can hold on to the truth that Jesus has defeated Satan because of His death and resurrection from the dead. He has given us the victory of the power of the enemy. But, many will give in, and for that reason, we have to speak the truth and to shine His light in the darkness. Scripture Verse: John 8...  Read More

As we pointed out in the latest Faith Radio Ministry Magazine, Bible literacy is a very important topic to consider. We can each reflect on our own study of the Word and how we are applying Scripture to our lives. There is certainly an enhanced interest, it seems in Scripture, evidenced by increased Bible sales last year. But, we also have to not only open our Bibles, but open our hearts to study ...  Read More

The Kingdom of God is certainly advancing in many nations of the world, and we can give God praise for how He is working through His people. However, there are other nations in which either government officials or non-government actors are attempting to block the advance, resulting in restriction or outright persecution of Christians for their faith practices. Scripture Passage: 1st Peter 4:12-16 ...  Read More

You can draw a straight line from the evil that resides in the hearts of human beings to the murder of 60 million babies through abortion in America to a set of parents who hired a surrogate, wanted to abort the child due to a heart condition, and desired to allow the child to die once the surrogate chose life. People are making the case that a troubled mother who murdered her three children was j...  Read More

The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ is a living organism, with the very life of Jesus flowing through it. We are not called to be stale in religious practices, but vibrant in our worship to God and our devotion to the Word. While there is certainly structure that can help the Church function, we also recognize that the Holy Spirit empowers us to carry out God’s mission on the earth. Scripture Pass...  Read More

Periodically, as a Christian, we may be challenged on our beliefs.  That’s why it’s important to know what we believe and why we believe it.  We can be people of the Word and depend on the Holy Spirit to give us the words to say when we are confronted with a differing opinion.  We have to make sure that we don’t respond confrontationally, but compassionately.  Scripture Passage: Luke 12:8-12...  Read More

We’ve been talking quite a bit here recently at Faith Radio about reaching the next generation, about making sure that we are positioned well in order to attract and reach future Faith Radio listeners.  When you consider that in the book of Judges, we read that a generation came that did not know the Lord, you can recognize how quickly a generational shift from light to darkness can occur - and, t...  Read More

It is important that we view our lives here on earth as gifts from God, certainly, but also a mission from Him.  Our home is eternal, but we have been deployed to this earth for a short period of time in order that we can glorify God and to populate heaven.  Our lives should be lived with a heavenly perspective while advancing His Kingdom on earth. Scripture Passage: Psalm 145:10-13 (ESV)...  Read More

The lengths a parent will go to protect his or her child or children can sometimes be mind-blowing and perhaps drive less-than-optimum action. Christian parents can recognize that God has given us responsibility to raise our children according to Biblical principles; yes, we may not always get it right, but the wisdom - and grace - of God are always available for us. Scripture Passage: Proverbs 29...  Read More

We can be convinced that God has placed each of us in a position to influence others and to be good stewards of that position by living in a godly manner, speaking truth, and reflecting the love of Jesus through the interactions He ordains. He’s given each of us a story - of transformation, of faith, of the love of Jesus flowing through our lives.Scripture Passage: 2nd Timothy 1:8-10...  Read More

This is a day when we remember when our nation was attacked - 3000 of our fellow human beings lost their lives on American soil. Many were injured - physically. Scores of people injured spiritually at the loss of loved ones and co-workers. First responders whom we depend on to keep us safe put their lives on the line to save others. It was a gruesome chapter in our nation’s history. And, quite fra...  Read More

The Bible addresses how God has established nations and borders. In fact, the Bible talks about the exaltation of nations due to righteousness. He has also established civic authorities and entrusted the Church with praying for these authorities. We can love our country, recognize God’s purpose for our nation, and make sure we are loving Him first and more deeply. Scripture Passage: Acts 17:24-27...  Read More

We can be convinced that the demonstration of the love of Christ can affect human hearts to the extent that they will turn to our Savior. If we are walking in the power of the Spirit, allowing the Holy Spirit to walk and work through us, that Spirit - the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead - will make an indelible impression on a person’s heart. What a tremendous opportunity to be conduits...  Read More

As Christians, it’s important that we are confident in the Lord and convinced that the way of the cross provides the most excellent principles upon which people can build their lives. When we adhere to the teachings of Jesus, that means that we believe that His way is the only way to salvation. There are many who claim to hold the way to God, but those ways they embrace are truly counterfeits to B...  Read More

If we have been born-again by Jesus Christ, if we have accepted Him as our Lord and Savior, then we have a testimony, a story of what God has given to us. The spiritual reality of being saved, experiencing the new birth is a divine work in our hearts. And, even though it’s a common experience believers share, for each of us, we have come into it in different ways. And, with that testimony, we are ...  Read More

God has ordained the family not only from a biological standpoint, but ideally to provide a setting through which blessings can be transmitted to one another and a family legacy transmitted to future generations.  In a time in which families are feeling enormous pressures and family relationships have become fractured in so many instances, we can seek to recapture God’s purpose for our family rela...  Read More

The Bible teaches us about building our lives on a strong foundation. If we have been born again, Christ is now the foundation for our lives, but we have to be careful what influences we allow to dilute our faith or outright mislead us - that can happen if Scripture is not our guide. We hear a lot about deconstruction these days, which is the result of outright deception. We might think about reco...  Read More

We are described in Scripture as “a people for his own possession,” meaning that belonging to Christ will certainly make us different. You will find the word, “peculiar,” in the King James Version to describe the distinctive nature of the body of Christ. We have to be faithful to discern good from evil and make sure that the way we live our lives shows that we are unique. Scripture: 1st Peter 2:9-...  Read More

I believe that the Lord has given each of us something to say and has given us a voice with which we can accomplish His purposes.  That may be the spoken word, or it could be writing, or simply the way we live that communicates powerful Biblical truth.  We can depend on Him to speak and move through us....  Read More

Jesus doesn’t just want to make your life better - He desires to make us new. When we asked Him to be our Lord and Savior and were born-again, the old person, who we used to be, died, and we now have a new life in Him. He calls us in Ephesians 4 (ESV) to put off the old and put on the new. After we are saved, He undertakes a massive renovation process, building us up from the inside. We can depend...  Read More

We are now almost two months removed from the celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. And, questions continue to flow about what sort of government we will have and what principles we will embrace for the foreseeable future. There are those that seem to want to dismantle the principles upon which our nation was founded, principles consistent with a Biblical worldview.When we look at the writin...  Read More