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@Episkopos I believe the goal of Christians is to walk as Jesus walked on the earth. That means leaving our sinful pasts behind, believing in Jesus, living righteously, overcoming sin, and serving our neighbors with love. My question is, do you believe that its possible for any believer to...

Why or why not?

Even after being born again, we can be both distanced from God and eventually separated again through not continuing in God's goodness like the Israelites were. Romans 11:20-22 20 Well; because of unbelief they were broken off, and thou standest by faith. Be not highminded, but fear: 21 For...

I think I understand? Are you saying that people are posting Scriptures and misapplying them because the Holy Spirit is not backing their understanding of it?

Am I dead to self? No. There is still a cross to carry and nails to drive in. The me that would live a comfortable life at the expense of others still needs to die. The me that envys the wicked with money and property needs to die. The me that can be distracted by junk media, entertainment...

Hi Sis! Id say its both the Spirit and the Word. Spirit and Truth. James 1:21 King James Version 21 Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls. 1 Peter 1:23 King James Version 23 Being born...

It's better to suffer the afflictions of Christ than enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season. Jesus is Worthy! He's better than money, comfort, sin, vanity, anything! Praise Him with me! He still heals! He still delivers! He is control! He is greater than your storm, your affliction! He is...

Praise the living God!!

I'd say so.

Thank you, also. I actually strongly agree that charity is not the government's responsibility. I was more being facetious. I think its shameful that people perceive government programs as more helpful than churches.

I guess Ive always thought of the term sins of omission as too vague. How do you know which things you aren't doing count against you? You said knowing to do something but then neglecting it. I agree that's what it is. But to me that says were being held accpuntable for a conscious decision...

I've attended many churches where the message from the pulpit is that tithing 10 percent of a members income each week is a spiritual issue. The pastor or a ministry leader will say that not tithing ten percent to the church is robbing God and that it withholds God's financial blessing on...

I follow an online Bible study group too. Its great that Bible teachers are using zoom. How long have you taught?

Hey Nancy! Can you explain sins of omission? How do you define that? Also, what makes a thought count as sin?

Hi Rita, I see this as a huge problem and a big stumbling block for people who might otherwise be willing to try church. I believe pastors should have enough for food and drink but should work outside of ministry if they want more than that. That would mean that bigger churches would likely...

Many Christians around me locally and online have claimed that Christians who don't attend church are lazy or don't truly love Jesus. Still, there are plenty of Christians who refuse because their local churches refuse to faithfully teach Scripture. The actual efforts they make in their faith...

I feel better! My husband is having a short work day and is on his way home. I felt so good today, I got my hair together, did a good bit of cleaning, and now Im sitting outside while Naomi naps. Groceries are orderered for pickup, and I have a great dinner planned. In the past few days...

Pregnant with my second child, I lost my energy. All my habits and discipline gave way to pure survival. I didn't do much outside of keep baby girl taken care of. I didn't take care of myself and I stopped my Bible reading and eventually stopped praying. I was angry with God and not sustaining...

Still struggling but its taking over my emotions. Thankfully, I can see a counselor technically this afternoon. Baby's sleep schedule is off and others dont seem to understand that it affects me. So I guess I need to make them. I cant remember the last time I just got to sleep for 8 hours. Why...

Another failure. With a poker face, I said I was excited to turn 30 this month. He just gave me the side eye and said nothing till I burst out laughing. He knew what I was doing! Im not convincing enough. Besides, pretending not to know my age is too silly.