From the fall in (Gen. 3), the story of the Bible takes a downward turn. From the first murder where Cain kills his brother Abel (Gen. 4), t

Most of the time, growth happens outside of our comfort zone. This can be difficult because most of us like our comfort zone. Routines groun

Various types of covenants are used in the Bible. Covenants between people, a person and God, or a group of people with God, such as the Isr

In the Greco-Roman world of Paul's day, rhetoric and philosophy were highly valued. To be skilled in speech and rhetoric allowed one to pers

Growing and maturing in the Lord is not all about us. At times, we approach growing in the Lord like we approach other goals. When we do so,

"I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit ag

The Bible, given the size and literary styles, can be intimidating to read. If we are honest, I think most Christians struggle with reading

Many Christians struggle in the areas of Christian growth and maturity. With an abundance of resources available to us, what is missing? Thi

I believe most Christians understand the importance of generosity. But what does generosity really look like in our lives? Why is it import