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Category Archives: Righteous Living
Living in Babylon
Daniel was born into a good family of noble birth in Judah (Dan. 1:3-6). In his early years he witnessed the spiritual and moral decline of his country. Idolatry was rampant in Israel to such an extent that human sacrifice had become acceptable (Ezek. 16:20-21). As a result of Judah’s spiritual decline, God brought judgment upon the nation through Nebuchadnezzar, a Babylonian king (Jer. 25:8-9; Dan. 1:1-2), who besieged Jerusalem in 605 B.C. and transported many captives to his homeland. Continue reading
Posted in Biblical Worldview, Christian Theology, Inspirational Writings, Living by Faith, Righteous Living
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Living By Grace
The basic idea of “grace” is unmerited favor. The kindness shown is by no means obligatory, but rather, finds its source in the goodness, abundance, and free-heartedness of the giver. Continue reading
Posted in Christian Theology, God's Grace, Inspirational Writings, Marriage, Righteous Living
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The Characteristics of a Christian Leader
A Christian leader is marked by how he/she serves and treats others. The biblical teaching is that one who wishes to lead must make himself/herself a servant to others. This requires a biblical mind and an attitude of humility. Continue reading
Posted in Christian Theology, Church, Leadership, Marriage, Righteous Living
Tagged Christian character, Christian leader, Christian service, godly character, How should a Christian leader behave?, humble service, leading others, Servant leader, serving others, The biblical characteristics of a Christian leader, the biblical characteristics of a servant leader, the characteristics of a Christian leader, the characteristics of a godly leader, The Christian Leader, the godly leader, What are the characteristics of a Christian leader?, What are the characteristics of a servant leader?, what does it mean to lead?
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What is Integrity?
Christian integrity means being genuine in character, honest in speech, and faithful to promises (both to God and others). Continue reading
Posted in Christian Theology, Inspirational Writings, Righteous Living
Tagged being faithful, being genuine, Christian conduct, Christian integrity, God's integrity, honest speech, integrity, keeping promises, telling truth, the meaning of integrity, what does it mean to have integrity?, what is Christian integrity?, what is integrity?
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An Ambassador for Christ
An ambassador is an official dignitary who represents the country that sent him into a foreign land, and his message is derived from the sending ruler. The Christian ambassador represents the Lord Jesus Christ who has called and equipped him to speak on His behalf to those outside of Christ’s kingdom (John 18:36; Acts 26:17-18; Col. 1:13-14). The Christian message is simple, that God reconciles us to Himself through the cross of Christ (2 Cor. 5:18-21; Eph. 2:13-16; Col. 1:19-20; 1 Pet. 3:18), providing us forgiveness for all our sins (Eph. 1:7; Col. 1:13-14), and the gift of His righteousness which makes us acceptable to Him (Isa. 61:10; 2 Cor. 5:21; Rom. 5:17; Phil. 3:9). Continue reading
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The Doctrine of Simultaneity
Too often Christians struggle with understanding their position in Christ and why they continue to sin after salvation. The doctrine of simultaneity addresses this very relevant and practical doctrinal truth. Continue reading
Posted in Christian Theology, Hamartiology, Hot Topics, Righteous Living
Tagged Adam's sin, atonement for sin, Born sinners, do Christians sin?, Does the Christian have a new nature after salvation?, does the Christian have a sin nature?, Does the Christian have two natures?, forensic justification, Imputed righteousness, Martin Luter, original sin, redeemed from sin, simul iustus et peccator, simultaneously righteous and a sinner, simultaneously righteous and sinners, sin nature, The Doctrine of Simultaneity, the righteousness of Christ, The two natures within the Christian, why do Christians sin?
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What Does it Mean to Be a Man?
He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God. (Mic. 6:8) What does it mean to … Continue reading
Posted in Inspirational Writings, Marriage, Righteous Living
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