Money is an intermediary that plays an important role, and it’s often necessary to have in our lives. Therefore, the Bible has specific teachings on the correct attitude to have towards money. 1. Recognize that possessions and money are gifts from GodThis understanding keeps our hearts focused on God, who provides for all our needs.…
Throughout the history of God’s people, God sent people out to proclaim His messages. This mission was never easy, as they were sent to a people that Moses had described with these bitter words: “You have been rebellious against the LORD ever since I have known you” (Deuteronomy 9:24). This rebellion against God was evident…
HOW WERE TAX COLLECTORS IN JESUS’ TIME PORTRAYED? They were seen as bad people and sinners. In the Bible, tax collectors are often shown in a bad light. They were seen as greedy and dishonest, working for the Roman government and sometimes taking more money than required. People thought they were doing wrong and treated…
The wise men are often mentioned during Christmas, and their story is recorded in Matthew 2:1-12. They were part of a class of scholars or wise men, often called Magi, and they sought the Savior and King of mankind in order to worship Him. We usually know the story of the wise men with…
Waiting isn’t often very exciting or fun. Waiting for God to respond or to act can be challenging for Christians, as we have to be dependent on His perfect timing. We usually want everything to happen according to our own timetable and our own plans that we set out, but God doesn’t move according to…
Over 300 years before Jesus was born, the Greek Empire ruled much of the world and spread its culture everywhere. After the Greeks, the Roman Empire took over, with strong leaders who controlled most of the known world. Around 60 years before Jesus was born, the Romans made Herod the ruler of Judea. He…
In 2010, a massive disaster struck the San José mine in Chile, trapping 33 miners deep underground at a staggering depth of 700 meters. The world held its breath as news of the collapse spread, and for 69 tense days, hope and uncertainty hung in the air. On August 22nd, a beacon of hope emerged…
01: Meaning of the word: Joy or rejoicing describes a state of great gladness and inner happiness in one’s soul, often expressed outwardly through a smile, dancing, singing, or laughter. For Christians, true joy doesn’t come from outside circumstances but is a joy that comes from inside your heart, inseparable from God Himself: “Rejoice in…
INTRODUCTION TO THE NINEVITESNineveh, located along the eastern shore of the Tigris River near modern-day Mosul in Iraq, was one of the most prominent cities of ancient Assyria. It was a significant cultural, commercial, and political center in Mesopotamia. HISTORYEstablished around the 3rd millennium BC, Nineveh rose to prominence in the 7th century BC under…
There was a great revival that began around 1727 in a community of Moravians called “Herrnhut”. The Lord’s watchful care – in Germany. They later spread to England and America. The Moravians began a community committed to following Christ’s teachings about simplicity, holiness, and truth. Not long after, many Christians from different denominations joined Herrnhut.…