How Can Criticism Help Us Grow?
How do we take the pain of a jarring critique NOT as a roadblock or defeat, but use it as a tool to build our Christian character?
If I Slander and Gossip, What Does That Say About Me?
The Bible is very blunt about gossip and slander, condemning them at every turn. They are included on several New Testament lists of bad behavior. But they are so easy to let slip! What do we do?
What Does True Friendship Look Like?
Let’s look at some ways we can give and receive friendship – the old fashioned way – person to person. It just might make your life better!
Do We Have to “Turn the Other Cheek”?
In today's digital world, there are "internet trolls" that can insult, hurt and make fun of us anonymously. And the real world is hard enough! Is the teaching of Jesus to "turn the other cheek" still as relevant and powerful as it was centuries ago?
VIDEO: Moments that Matter – How Do I Overcome Peer Pressure?
The Bible can help us with peer pressure at any age. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more.
How Do I Overcome Peer Pressure?
Peer pressure. When we say those words we typically think about teenagers, school and bad decisions and those thoughts are accurate. Young people face inordinate amounts of peer pressure on a regular basis and its effects can be devastating! Here’s the thing – adults are also subject to peer pressure and its place in our lives and its effect on our lives is far greater than we might anticipate. So, for the sake of not only our young people but for our own sake as well, what do we do about it? How do we recognize address and deal with the pressures of life that press us into compromised circumstances and bad decisions? Even more importantly, how do we reverse the process and create an environment in which positive, righteous and loving peer pressure is the order of the day?
What Do “Selfies” Say About Us?
“Selfies” – a modern day phenomena of simplicity and ease. The concept is simple – take pictures of yourself so the world can see you as you choose for it to see you. What could be wrong with that? After all, it is your life and you should have control over it, right? As with any luxury of life, there is usually a basic thread of goodness somewhere within it, but as with any luxury in life that thread of goodness can and usually is overrun by excess and pride. Do “selfies” represent this excess and pride and if so, how do we reset ourselves back to a clearer reality? Stay with us and find out!!