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Derek J. Brown
Is Poverty More Spiritual?
Some Christians in the 12th and 13th centuries divested themselves of nearly all their possessions and gave themselves to what St. Francis of Assisi called “Lady Poverty.” Should Christians pursue a life of poverty?
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2 Things You Need to Know about the Exclusivity of Christ
Some people think it’s unkind to tell others that their religion or worldview is wrong. Why is holding up Jesus Christ as the only way of salvation the most loving thing we can do?
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The Element of Physical Attraction in Romantic Relationships
I am regularly asked if it is important for a Christian man or woman to be physically attracted to the person they are dating. In order to fully answer this question, we must consider physical attraction from both a male and female perspective, while also considering why physical attraction may be lacking in either case.
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Friend of Sinners: Evangelizing Like Jesus Did
Tax collectors in Jesus’ time were known to be greedy, dishonest, and generally unethical in their work. It was a scandal for Jesus to eat with them (Luke 5:30) and go into their homes (Luke 19:5-6). Here are some things we can learn from Jesus’ model of evangelism.
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5 Biblical Exhortations for Single and Married Christians in the Church Body
How do single and married Christians fellowship with and serve each other in a way that honors the blessing of marriage and the gift of singleness?
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The Vital Importance of Personal Discipline in Your Life
“Hard work beats gifting.” Nothing of any significance has ever been accomplished without discipline. How does personal discipline specifically apply to the Christian life?
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Should Christians Have a Bucket List?
Lots of people choose to channel their energies toward having as many experiences as possible before they die. Should Christians have a bucket list?
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5 Reasons Why Your Child’s Bedtime Matters
If there is one thing that young children lack, it is self-control. Here are five reasons why parents should lovingly establish and faithfully implement a consistent sleep routine.
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The Log in Our Eye: Is the Church Filled with Hypocrites?
One reason people give for not being a Christian is that the “church is full of hypocrites.” What does Jesus mean by the word “hypocrite” in Matthew 7:1-5 and Luke 6:37-42?
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