Tag: philosophy
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If Not Deep, Then Shallow: The Call to Share Our Faith
For many who grow up in church, faith can feel as routine as attending school or learning basic math. Church becomes just another part of the weekly routine, and faith, unfortunately, gets reduced to knowing the “right answers.” But knowing about Christ and knowing Christ are entirely different. Attending church and hearing sermons may feel…
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True Virtue, True Repentance: Understanding the Heart of Transformation
Virtue can be defined as a quality of moral excellence that shapes a person’s character. It is not simply the occasional performance of good actions but the development of habits and dispositions that lead to consistently good behavior. True virtue goes beyond momentary decisions; it reflects the kind of person one becomes over time through…
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Beyond Self-Centeredness: Embracing a God-Centered Life
The article explores the pervasive nature of self-centeredness in human beings. It argues that self-centeredness is rooted in our fallen nature and manifests in prioritizing our own needs and desires above others. While often disguised as noble pursuits, self-centeredness can lead to harmful consequences, such as strained relationships and a distorted perception of reality. The…
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Walking the Line: Balancing tendencies,imagination and Reality in a Fallen World
The human mind, a complex organ of thought and consciousness, often operates on autopilot. We perform countless actions daily without conscious deliberation, guided by habits, instincts, and subconscious impulses. One reason we may act without thinking is the force of habit. Over time, we develop patterns of behavior that become deeply ingrained within us. These…
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By Faith series : Hebrews 11:1-3
“Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. For by this our ancestors were approved. By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was made from things that are not visible.”Hebrews 11:1-3 CSBhttps://bible.com/bible/1713/heb.11.1-3.CSB Faith is…
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jehoshaphat
By human measure, Jehoshaphat’s troops were frail,Against the mighty enemy, their efforts pale. Facing the worst, options few and bleak,Surrender or escape, the future did speak. In the face of doom, with options slim,Surrender or flee, mortal outlook grim. Yet Jehoshaphat, with courage rare, Directed his focus to seek God’s care. Again and again, the…
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Seeds Beneath The Snow
My soul finds peace Lord in Your holy way But my tired body longs for rest each day. It reminds me I’m just dust here for a time Yet Your promise of forever calms my mind. Change, a constant tide, I fight its flow, Yet Your purpose unfolds, seeds You help to grow. Smallest shifts…
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