In the bustling city of Corinth, the early church found itself divided by factions, driven by personal pride and the desire for status. Paul, in his letters to the Corinthians, addresses this root problem—ego. Ego, […]
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Spiritual Gifts Part 2: Word Gifts (Part 1)
In the book of Acts, Luke opens by referencing his former work, the Gospel of Luke, where he detailed “all that Jesus began to do and teach.” This phrase—”began”—signals that Jesus’ ministry continues, and spiritual […]
The Holy Spirit: an invitation to transformation
The Holy Spirit has always played a pivotal role in the life of believers, for the last 2000 years he has been guiding them, comforting them, and empowering them to live out their faith in […]
Spiritual gifts, part one-love gifts
Spiritual Gifts: Part One – The Love Gifts Spiritual gifts are divine endowments given by the Holy Spirit to believers for the edification of the Church and the advancement of God’s Kingdom. These gifts are […]
The power of atmosphere 
Atmosphere – it’s not just a layer of gases surrounding our planet. It’s an environment, a mood, a setting that deeply impacts our daily lives. The atmosphere sets the tone for our experiences, emotions and […]
Unlocking the Power Within: An Introduction to Spiritual Gifts
In the journey of faith, understanding spiritual gifts is paramount. These divine endowments are bestowed upon every follower of Jesus, each serving as a unique instrument for the fulfillment of God’s kingdom on earth. As […]
Formation: the path to becoming like Jesus
Introduction In our journey of faith, the concept of formation plays a crucial role. It is not a passive process, nor does it occur by accident. Rather, it is an intentional, active pursuit of becoming […]
Building a culture of celebration
In our busy and often challenging lives, it’s easy to get caught up in negativity and forget to celebrate the good things. But cultivating a culture of celebration is essential for our well-being and the […]
Builders with Jesus of His Church
Introduction In the book of Hebrews, it is written, “For he looked forward to the city that has foundations, whose designer and builder is God.” (Hebrews 11:10 ESV) This passage highlights the divine role of […]
why i tithe, and i think you should too
In the world of finances and giving, the concept of tithing holds a significant place. Derived from the word “tithe,” which simply means a tenth, tithing involves giving back 10 percent of one’s income. This […]
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