YES, they should get baptized in Jesus’ name as the Bible says (Matthew 3:14-15; Acts 2:37-28). Baptism is essential for their salvation (Mark 16:16; 1 Peter 3:20-21) and it is essential for them to be a part of the kingdom of God (John 3:3-5). The question is, “WHEN should my child get baptized?”
Read MoreJob lost everything he held dear: his livelihood, possessions, and even his children. While trying to maintain his emotional pain, Job was struck with great sickness. Accompanying the internal pain, came the physical pain of boils all over his body.
Read MoreEvery one of us have a competitive side. That is why Americans spend over $100 billion on sports annually. Why do we find so much joy in watching a group of athletes break bones to drag a ball from one place to the other? It’s the romance of one person or team showing the courage and talent it takes to beat the other. That’s why in almost every movie, tv show, novel, etc. there is a winner and a loser. The desire to come in first is in our nature.
Read MoreIn the year 1952, Norman Vincent Peale published a book called “The Power of Positive Thinking”. This book would sit on the New York Times’ best-sellers list for 186 weeks, 48 of those in the number 1 spot. The premise of the book was to think positive in every situation, and by doing so, you could change the situation. Although unconventional, the many testimonials in the book seemed to support the thesis.
Read MoreChurch is much more than a family tradition or a way to spend time with friends. It isn’t simply a social group for Christ. The church is the system that Jesus chose to build followers and fulfill His purpose in this world.
Read MoreThere are certain things that just don’t mix. A few examples are water and oil, light and darkness, and as you’ve already observed, toothpaste and orange juice. But a few serious examples of things that don’t mix are lies and truth, love and hate, and as our title says, sin and Christians. Have you ever wondered why our family seems different than your classmate’s or coworker’s family? Have you wondered why we act differently than they do? Or, why can’t we do some of the things they do? The reason is because sin and Christians don’t mix.
Read MoreKeeping a promise is a very important responsibility. Words can so easily flow from the brain and out the mouth without any thought of the obligation they may place on you. Some speak promises, fully intending to break them. Quickly their friends and family will learn not to trust what they say. Sadly, so many young people are growing up with a natural distrust, because of all the unfulfilled promises given to them. But without a doubt, God is trustworthy. If He has given you a promise, you can guarantee that He is going to fulfill it.
Read MoreDid you know that a century and a half ago people thought that you could catch a disease by a person’s bad odor? That theory wasn’t disproven until 1860 when Louis Pasteur discovered something he called “germs”. These days there is hardly a child that couldn’t explain what germs are, because these microscopic viruses are shown to us at a very young age. But can you imagine trying to explain what a “germ” is to an adult in the 1800’s?
Read MorePrayer is an essential ingredient to a Christian’s relationship with God. It is impossible to have a relationship with someone without talking to them. Prayer is simply having a conversation with God. As we see in our scripture text, there is no circumstance that doesn’t warrant prayer. It’s always a great time to pray!
Read MoreSin is a little three-letter-word that no one likes to talk about. If given the chance, some would even expire it from the English Language. That is understandable, if in your perspective you only view sin as a restriction or something forbidden. But as we will discover, there is a reason why sins should be avoided. That reason is the love of God.
Read MoreBefore He was born, it was prophesied that Jesus would “save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21). It was always in the plan of God that Jesus would die on the cross to save us. His death was carried out so that you and I could be saved.
Read MoreHow much does God love us? What is the breadth, length, depth, and height of His love? The exact amount, no one knows. But I can comprehend that His love far surpasses my understanding. It’s that comprehension of God’s love that will root and ground us in the fulness of Christ.
Read MoreEvery person was uniquely created by God. Many in our society has credited chance with determining who they are and what they’ll become. But as Psalms suggests, we were designed with intention.
Read MoreEvery individual has a choice to serve God or not. A relationship with God cannot be forced upon someone. Outside influences may push you in one way or the other, but ultimately it is your choice.
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