Everyday Life With John

Ah..forgiveness.. Definitely not the easiest thing to do. But it is the most IMPORTANT thing to do.. It is important because Jesus forgave us... In that manner we are to forgive others. Let's see what the Word Of God has to say about it... And here is Ephesians 4: 32 (NLT) Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you. We are to forgive instead of opt for revenge. We have to make sure that we let God do the revenge instead of us. Let's look at more word from the Bible. Here is Matthew 6:15-16 (NLT) If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins. It is important to know the definition of what it means to forgive. Here is the definition of the word "fogive." (from the Oxford definition online per Google Search) stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for (an offens...

"That song is of the devil!" "You shouldn't watch that movie, aren't you a Christian?" "Playing video games is not godly" These are examples of things I have heard as a Christian. But let me preface my blog post with this... YES... You should monitor and keep guard over what enters your eyes and ears. You and I should keep watch over what we consume as far as music, movies, and other mediums of entertainment. But, with that said.... I don't think that good art like movies and music is off limits for Christians. Don't mistake me saying that every movie is for Christians. It is not. But you shouldn't have to worry about finding a "PG" movie to watch. The truth is that we are in this world, but not of it. We are to uphold our Christian values as much as humanly possible. And in all honesty, most of us know our individual tolerance. There is not a special place of fire for Christians who watch "R...

As Christians, we are often reminded of how the disciples left all and followed Jesus. With reference to the Christian life, we all can follow the example of the disciples, especially Peter and Pau. But there are a few disciples that have been maligned somewhat. We all are familiar with Judas and the betrayal. But.... There is also Thomas...known as "Doubting Thomas." Let's look at Thomas' example of doubt in action. Follow me to John 20: 24-25 (AMP) But Thomas, one of the twelve [disciples], who was called Didymus (the twin), was not with them when Jesus came. 25So the other disciples kept telling him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he said to them, “Unless I see in His hands the marks of the nails, and put my finger into the nail prints, and put my hand into His side, I will never believe.” Now, as upright, dignified Christians, we would rebuke Thomas. And understandbly so. Maybe most of us have been told not to question God. (I know I have) But..... A p...