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What Does It Mean to be a Christian? (Part #6)
Words matter. Words make a difference to the one speaking them, and the one hearing them.Years ago, many of us were taught the phrase of “sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” In our younger years, we used this phrase to deflect the...
What Does It Mean to be a Christian? (Part #5)
Why would someone want a bad eternity? Personally, I cannot understand why anyone would know they may suffer eternal punishment and be satisfied to suffer the consequences. Further, I cannot understand how someone can believe that Jesus is real and still choose not to...
What Does It Mean to be a Christian? (Part #4)
Christians are people of action! Being a Christian transcends beyond mere belief; it's an active pursuit of a life modeled after Jesus Christ. This journey is not confined to Sundays but is an everyday commitment to living out one's faith through actions that draw one...
What Does It Mean to be a Christian?(Part #3)
Early Christians faced numerous challenges, including government persecution, adhering to a different set of beliefs, and striving to do what is right in an immoral world. These issues are not unique to the first century but continue to be relevant today. How do you...
What Does It Mean to be a Christian? (Part #2)
The term 'Christian' is often associated with actions that reflect the teachings of Jesus Christ. As followers of Christ, Christians are expected to emulate his actions and teachings in their daily lives. The Epistle of James provides a practical guide for Christians,...
From Memories to Mindfulness: Making Social Media Work for You
Tired of the endless swipe-and-scroll routine on social media? Tired of feeling like you're missing out on what's truly important? Let's change that. It's about turning your go-to social platforms, like Instagram and Facebook, from being just a time-killer to a means...
What Does it Mean to Be a Christian?
In this series of articles, we will explore the meaning of being a Christian, as described in the book of James. We will start by examining the origins of the term "Christian" and its significance to followers of Christ. The term "Christian" is used three times in the...
Three Thoughts on the Importance of Bible Study for Christian Development
#1 - The Value of Bible Study for Personal Growth The Bible, in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, says, "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every...
A Few Tips to Boost Your Productivity
Let's Get Productive! Tips to Boost Your Productivity Hey there! We've got some awesome tips to help you be more productive. Trust us, these tips are powerful and easy to implement. We've also included 3 actionable steps you can take right away to get started. As a...
Friday Freebie – Coloring Page
On today’s Friday Freebie, you are able to download two free scripture coloring pages. These coloring pages contain a verse from the Bible.
You can click the image below to download the printable image.
Enjoy!
Embracing Change
From time to time, I will share a variety of topics related to personal growth and development. These thoughts are part of what we do at the Preacher’s Pen, but also related to our efforts at 4031 Coaching. Today, we will mention a few tips and strategies on...
The Power of Motherhood
The power of a mother is seen in her lifestyle. Motherhood not only changes the mother, but changes generations of family. Allow me a moment to expand on this concept a little further. M – Model of Selflessness: Mothers hold a special place in the children’s hearts...