In this week’s post, let’s take a look at Biblical Christianity vs Cultural Christianity and perhaps some reflection on our daily lives. What is Cultural Christianity? Cultural Christianity can be defined in many different ways but for this week, let’s focus on these two aspects. Cultural Christians Prefer to Just “Fit In” Unlike biblical Christianity, …
Hi there, my name is Jackie, a 50-year-old man who has suffered from depression for over four decades. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been living in an almost constant state of severe separation anxiety and depression. My depression journey began as a child, following a traumatic event that left a deep scar …
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As we journey through life, it’s easy to become consumed by our own limited understanding and misguided ambitions. We often try to control our lives, relying on our knowledge and abilities to navigate the twists and turns. Contrary to our human nature, Proverbs 3:5-6 urges us to surrender our self-reliance and embrace the loving guidance …
Matthew 6:1-4 is a passage that reminds us of the importance of living a life of generosity and compassion. In these verses, Jesus warns us against the dangers of hypocrisy and encourages us to give with a pure heart and a sincere spirit. When we give with a pure heart and a sincere spirit, without …
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Imagine feeling a love so pure, so unconditional, that nothing you could ever do would change it. In this week’s blog post, I want to delve into the depths of God’s love and discover how it impacts our lives. As we explore the meaning of God’s unconditional love for His people and its significance in …
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Hi. My name is Jackie and I suffer from mental health issues, specifically, major depressive disorder (MDD). I had been able to hide my true feelings for many years. Though recently, it became very evident that I needed help. I could no longer hide behind a fake smile. The energy exerted to put on the …
Have you ever said to yourself, “I really cannot take another holiday with my significant other’s fill-in-the-blank“? Well, I can honestly say I have never had that thought; I have been blessed with wonderful in-laws. But the reality is, many married couples will go through some challenging times over the next two months. While researching …
In this week’s post, let’s take a look at Biblical Christianity vs Cultural Christianity and perhaps some reflection on our daily lives. But First… For the first time in thirty-six weeks, I decided to take a break from my writing routine last week. Instead, my family and I embarked on an exciting adventure to West …
Did you know that speaking up about depression can save a life? Battling in silence is one of the many reasons why those suffering from depression choose to end their pain with suicide.
Perhaps you are thinking, “I just need to do more good things than bad things to get into heaven, right?” Many religious people today would probably say you are correct. Even some Christians In Name Only (CINO) may tell you about works-based salvation. So then, what does it take to get into heaven? An interesting …
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