We live in a world today where the unthinkable keeps happening over and over again. If we are not careful, violence will become the norm and lose its shock value. We are already there. There are so many stories about violence that it has become overwhelming. Why would one individual take the life of another? … Continue reading When Victims Cry Out!
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The Root of Betrayal
Has someone close to you, like a friend or relative, ever let you down or broken your trust? Yes? Unfortunately, it's not an isolated incident because it happens more often than you think. How did you feel? It is not a pleasant experience. Even Jesus experienced this problem, as He was betrayed by one of … Continue reading The Root of Betrayal
The Truth About Jealousy
The cure for the sin of envy and jealousy is to find our contentment in God. Jerry Bridges. Galatians 5:19-21 NLT When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and … Continue reading The Truth About Jealousy
The Problem with Jealousy
There is one truth in life that we cannot escape, we will encounter people who are better than we are. It is an unpleasant fact. We might desire to be taller; they are taller than we are. We might desire to be talented; they are more talented than we are. What do you do when … Continue reading The Problem with Jealousy