Essentially, there are two differing interpretations: the Arminian view (PRO) and the Reformed view (CONTRA). PRO Key Bible Verses: • Galatians 5:4 • 1 Timothy 1:19–20 • Hebrews 6:4–6 • Hebrews 10:26–27 • 2 Peter 2:20–21 Main Claim: A believing […]
I had decided to use my free time in the evenings more wisely. I wanted to go to bed earlier and focus only on the most important tasks on my phone—no unnecessary scrolling and no distractions. The first few days […]
I think we often overlook this reality… Isn’t it true that we can become so absorbed in our own lives that we forget to truly place God at the center of our existence? We ask for His protection and hope […]
You and I share at least one important thing: we were created in the image of God. This commonality gives us a deep need for close and intimate relationships. First and foremost, we long for God, but we also need […]
This morning, I read through an old journal of mine. It was fascinating but also alarming at times. Back then, I found myself trapped in fears, questions, and sometimes even dissatisfaction. Again and again, I wrote about my doubts—whether I […]
I must admit: I struggle with reading the Bible daily. In his book Deeper, Dane Ortlund dedicates a chapter to this topic, which stirred a new longing in me! He writes: “Reading the Bible is inhaling. Praying is exhaling. […]
A guest post by Marina from the Church Girl Sisterhood. Have you ever felt like you had to wear a mask to be accepted? I have. We live in a world where perfection is often expected—or at least the appearance […]
My brother Joel, the founder of the worship band Lighthouse Music, is sharing one of his favorite characteristics of Jesus 🙂 The living God humbles Himself, gives up everything, and becomes human. Furthermore, He chooses to be born as a […]
—An excerpt from the book “Deeper” by Dane Ortlund / Blog post by Marina from the Church Girl Sisterhood. “…so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to […]
Isn’t it fascinating how connected we feel as Christians? No matter where we come from, what language we speak, or what jobs and hobbies we have, we experience a spiritual bond that is unlike anything else in the world. We […]