Common Questions Regarding Faith

Faith is a deeply personal and often complex aspect of human existence. It's a topic that has ignited countless discussions, debates, and journeys throughout history. Whether you're a steadfast believer, a curious seeker, or someone who simply wonders about the role of faith in our lives, you're in the right place.

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Under The Circumstances: Are You Being Honest?

In the middle of life’s difficulties, it's natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions. From frustration to anger, from disappointment to sorrow, our hearts can be overwhelmed by the weight of unmet expectations and unanswered prayers. Did you know though, in the midst of our raw and honest feelings, there is a gentle reassurance. Jesus affirms our emotions without condemnation.

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Can God Understand Our Pain?

In the moment we are living through our deepest pain, it's natural to question whether God truly understands the extent of our suffering. Can God really understand our pain? As we wrestle with circumstances that seem unbearable, doubts about God's understanding and empathy may creep in, casting shadows on our faith. 

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Owning Your Journey

Taking responsibility for our actions, decisions, and our journey with God today will give us a better tomorrow. The decisions we make today, no matter how small they might seem, determine the direction and quality of our lives.

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Are You Honest With Yourself? Six Steps To Living a More Authentic Life

Being truthful is a rare and valuable trait in a world filled with masks and facades. It’s a virtue we look for in others and like to claim to have. But, can you claim truth-telling as a virtue if you’re lying to yourself? 

How do you know if you are being honest with yourself? Let's explore six steps that can help unravel the layers of self-deception and embrace the liberating power of authenticity.

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10 Scriptures on Faith for Every Season

We cannot truly appreciate the good times in our lives without experiencing the bad times. No matter the season you’re currently in, remember, it won’t last forever. What will last forever is God’s love. 

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What is the meaning of Easter?

So what is Easter Sunday? It’s the day in history when we have eyewitness accounts of Jesus’ resurrection from the grave. 

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What’s the definition of a Christian?

You may not know where the word “Christian” originally comes from or what it truly means. When we dig into the etymology of the term, it actually paints this really beautiful picture of what it means to be a follower of Jesus.

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What does the love of Jesus look like?

What does the love of Jesus actually look like? And how do we show it to others? Here’s a peeled-back version to see what Jesus’ friends and eyewitness accounts say about how He consistently showed love.

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Do all Christians give up something for Lent?

Observing Lent looks different for everyone. While this form of fasting is typically tied to the Catholic denomination of Christianity, all Jesus followers can observe the Lenten season as a way to prepare their hearts for Easter. 

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What is grace?

Most people have heard of grace. However, if you’re new to Christianity, you may not understand God’s grace or why it’s essential to our salvation. Here are some answers.

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Waiting on the Lord

It can be really difficult to wait. In fact, our culture has hardwired us to desire instant results. But how do we wait on the Lord? And why should we? Let’s take a look.

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4 jobs of the Holy Spirit

If you’ve heard of the Holy Spirit before, you probably recognize it in the context of Christianity. However, many people don’t know that the Holy Spirit holds many jobs and roles.

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Why doesn’t God answer my prayers?

The Bible is clear that prayer is important, if not essential, to our relationship with God. But prayer can be hard if you feel like you’ve been praying for the same thing for a long time and God isn’t listening to you.

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