Christian Faith
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Our brother Rainer Bantau — The Devotional Guy — organized a beautiful collaboration for #ADVENT2025. I’m especially thankful to Barb Hegreberg — My Life in our Father’s World — for how she introduced the first post from Cindi West — God Still Speaks. Her presentation was so well done I had to borrow (steal?) it…
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Introduction The concept of the “eternal covenant” is a cornerstone of Christian theology, representing God’s unbreakable promise of salvation and eternal life through Jesus Christ. Rooted in the Old Testament prophecies and fulfilled in the New Testament, this covenant is established through the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus. This blog post will delve into…
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Introduction Cognitive dissonance—when we hold conflicting beliefs or values—can create tension in our spiritual lives. In Matthew 13, Jesus’ Parable of the Sower gives us profound insights into how this dissonance can act like thorns, choking the Word of God before it has a chance to grow. Today, we’ll explore how cognitive dissonance can hinder…
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As the back-to-school season approaches, the excitement of a fresh start is often mingled with anxiety and the pressure to get everything in order. While academic preparation is crucial, it’s equally important to focus on spiritual and psychological readiness. This post explores how foundational biblical principles can guide students’ mental health and identity formation, tying…
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INTRODUCTION Cognitive dissonance—an internal conflict that arises when our beliefs, values, and actions are not in harmony—is a challenge many of us face, particularly in our spiritual journeys. This dissonance can manifest when we profess faith but struggle to live out the principles that our faith demands. Understanding and addressing cognitive dissonance in the context…
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Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you felt spiritually disoriented and unsure of your path, only to later experience a profound revelation that illuminated the truth? I’d be deeply interested in hearing about your personal encounter with spiritual blindness and the subsequent awakening that brought you newfound clarity and insight. Recognizing the…
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introduction Life is full of uncomfortable truths—those realities we often resist, deny, or avoid because they challenge our beliefs, disrupt our comfort, or force us to confront aspects of ourselves we’d rather ignore. While it’s natural to shy away from these truths, doing so can have deeper implications on our personal growth, relationships, and overall…
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