Posts with the tag “brotherly-love”

Strangers have a way of showing up. He moves in three doors down, takes the job at the shop, walks into the building on a Sunday and sits by himself. He didn't come with a need you can fix. He came with nothing but himself, and the question is whether there's room. God tells Israel how to treat the foreigner living among them, and then tells them why. You are to love him as yourself, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt, Leviticus 19:34.  Read More

Mere doctrinal correctness is not sufficient proof of conversion. True salvation reveals itself in love. As John writes in 1 John 4:21, “The one who loves God must also love his brother and sister.” This love is not based on convenience but is a chosen response—rooted in service and sacrifice.  Read More

How should we regard the church of our Lord? Why should we hold it in high regard? For some, it has become popular to engage in criticism of the church. And by the way, every generation in the church criticizes the other. And while there are perspectives and attitudes that need to change, we need to be very careful. Impressions are being made on young hearts. Let’s hold each other accountable in making the needed changes in a positive and encouraging way.  Read More