The prophet Isaiah has this amazing revelation on the seven spirits or aspects of the Holy Spirit that help us understand who God is more profoundly. Before we dive into what they are, let's unpack a little who the Holy Spirit is and it's role in our life.
Baptism means more than just getting wet; it's an outward sign of an inward change--it symbolizes washing away evil thoughts and actions from your past life so that they no longer control or define who you are now as a child of God who loves others unconditionally without any expectation other than love being returned back again.
It's hard to be hopeful in the midst of suffering. But the Bible reminds us that we have a God who loves us and will see us through our darkest days. He knows our struggles and can comfort us when we're at our lowest point. Here are some verses about hope from Scripture:
Peter was a bold example of how anyone can live boldly for God if they rely on the power of prayer and the Holy Spirit. He is a highly relatable figure, coming from a fisherman lifestyle into a powerhouse giant of the faith. Even though he denied Jesus as the most pivotal moment of Jesus' life, he turned his life around and led many people into a relationship with Jesus. In the same way, we should not allow our past failures to keep us from boldly living for Jesus.
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is an important event in history. The manner in which he died was intended to be an act of atonement for sins, but it also serves as a demonstration of God's love for us. His sacrifice reminds us that we are called to follow his example and give ourselves up for others.
For many years, marijuana has been considered a dangerous drug that could lead to addiction. Over the past decade, however, laws have reversed this "dangerous" label. So is smoking weed a sin?
If you are in an abusive relationship with someone suffering from NPD (or if you are dating a narcissist), then there is hope! God has not left us without help when it comes to dealing with this kind of person in our lives.
Christian actors have a long, storied history. Some have gone on to achieve mainstream success while others remain mostly unknown outside of their religious community. Here are some of the most notable Christian actors: