“What does the Bible say about ego?”……Answer: While the word "ego" does not appear in the Bible, concepts and principles regarding the ego certainly do. The word "ego" generally refers to an exaggerated sense of self-importance which usually results is an excessive preoccupation with "self." But dying to self, the polar opposite of ego, is […]

Never be shaken…Romans 10:11 “As the Scriptures tell us, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced." Just where does the Scripture say this? Paul is apparently quoting here from Isaiah 28:16, which is the following: Therefore, this is what the Sovereign Lord says: "Look! I am placing a foundation stone in Jerusalem, (Hebrew […]

Fragrance of Life or Death…2 Corinthians 2:15-16…“Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God. But this fragrance is perceived differently by those who are being saved and by those who are perishing. To those who are perishing, we are a dreadful smell of death and doom. But to those who are being saved, […]

“What does the Bible say about managing/controlling emotions?”……What would humans be like if we never became emotional? Perhaps we would be like "Mr. Spock" on Star Trek, as his responses to all situations seem to be purely logical, never emotional. But God created us in His image and God's emotions are revealed in the Scriptures; […]

“What is mortification of sin / the flesh?”……Mortification, or to mortify, has several meanings in English. The first meaning is to feel ashamed or embarrassed. The second meaning of the word "mortify" is to subdue the body (or its needs and desires) through self-denial and discipline (e.g., mortification of sin / the flesh). The word […]

Making important decisions Yes or No What’s the biggest decision you will ever make? Let’s come back to that question later. Instead, think about this: you can make decisions. …You can make decisions! In case you’ve never thought about it before, please realise: making decisions is an extraordinary function. Why does a salmon swim upstream […]

Judging Others Is it OK for Christians to judge the teaching of other believers? This study will show what scripture says about judging. I get a lot of negative comments from those who tel me “thou shalt not judge,” that I should take my concerns to the person in question “privately first,” as it says […]