We are spiritual beings created to connect with the spiritual realm through what we believe, think, and obey. As living souls who dwell in human bodies, our identity is more than human flesh—we are eternal souls created in the image of God. God Is Spirit: Belief in the Spiritual Realm The Bible declares that […]
What Is Salvation? Understanding God’s Plan for Eternal Life Read Post »
It’s truly awe-inspiring to be loved by God—the Creator who is all-powerful, all-knowing, and exists beyond linear time. Yet, the Bible often understates aspects of God’s nature that, if fully understood, might make us deeply uncomfortable or overwhelmed. For instance, Genesis 1:16 simply states, “He made the stars also.” In just five English words,
God, our Creator does not make mistakes. So, you and I cannot be mistakes. Even though we have made mistakes in our own lives, and have hopefully learned from them, those mistakes do not determine who you and I are, and who God made you and I to be. Remember that you are made in
One night, under a beautiful low-hanging full moon and shortly after a powerful encounter with God, I found myself pondering how God could call humanity His masterpiece. As I gazed at the moon, I questioned how God could especially consider someone like me—a needy, flawed imperfect being—anything close to a masterpiece? In that
Light in the Darkness Read Post »
True forgiveness means letting go of resentment and wishing good for those who have hurt you. If you still hope for bad things to happen to them, you haven’t truly forgiven. God created the physical world to reflect spiritual truths. Just like a physical wound needs to be cleaned to heal, spiritual wounds caused
What does it mean to truly forgive others? Planted in Grace Read Post »
