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LOVE OR DEPORT?

By Wendy Van Eyck Leave a Comment

What biblical principles or insights should guide Christian thinking on immigration? How do different Christians interpret this issue? Is it more important to extend grace or execute justice defined by the law of the land? Immigration In a world that is constantly shrinking through technology but in which the divide between rich and poor keeps […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 17

TO VOTE OR NOT TO VOTE?

By Emily Anderson Leave a Comment

Red, white and blue covered every wall as thousands came together in the massive arena. Music blared over loud speakers, pulsing energy through the excited crowd with every beat. Cordoned off by state, people held signs, wore tall red, white, and blue hats, and cheered loudly as a tall man dressed in a suit with […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 16

SHOULD CHRISTIANS USE BIRTH CONTROL?

By Wendy Van Eyck Leave a Comment

What does the church say about birth control? Does the Bible provide any guidelines? What forms of birth control are acceptable for a Christian couple to use? CONTRACEPTIVES & BIRTH CONTROL The ancient Egyptians were among some of the first to create effective contraception using just honey and crocodile dung to create a barrier to […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 12

SHATTERED GLASS: THE DIVORCE DILEMMA

By Wendy Van Eyck Leave a Comment

He finally got down on his knees and asked the big question, “Will you marry me?” The ring sparkled on her finger, the church was booked and both of their mothers were trying to decide what to wear. Everything appears perfect, like the dream is about to begin, but somewhere at the back of the […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 8

BOTTOMS UP?

By Cailin Henson Leave a Comment

  Many have questions whether Christians should or should not drink alcohol. This issue has caused division among church denominations and misconceptions and judgment between Christians. We try to give you a clear picture of both biblical and Christian perspectives on the topic, tackling the question: Is drinking alcohol Right or Wrong? Wrong DRINKING OPENS UP […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 7

SAVING SEX FOR MARRIAGE

By Nicholas Sowell 1 Comment

Most people have a viewpoint or opinion on premarital sex, abstinence or “waiting to have sex after marriage.” Christians are no different. The generally accepted Christian viewpoint is that premarital sex is a sin. But why? As one of the Ten Commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” drops from Moses’ lips in Exodus 20:14, the […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 6

WOMEN IN CHURCH LEADERSHIP

By Wendy Van Eyck 3 Comments

If you want to get a group of Christian women — or men, for that matter — talking, then just bring up the question of whether or not women should be allowed in church leadership. The opinions on this matter are as diverse as the people who hold them, but the importance of their consequences […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 5

CHRISTIANS AND CLIMATE CHANGE

By Cristian Vasquez Leave a Comment

Increased droughts, floods, and blizzards are just some of the phenomena making news around the world. It seems like these drastic weather changes are occurring more frequently in areas they previously did not. The cause of these changes in weather patterns is the subject of great debate. Scientists have shown that carbon emissions have a […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 3

DECIPHERING BIBLE TRANSLATIONS

By Cailin Henson Leave a Comment

There are numerous translations of the Bible out there, and finding the best choice for yourself can sometimes be overwhelming. We tried to sum up a few of the most popular versions out there to help you navigate a version to try, whether a more literal or a more interpretive translation. You should try to […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 3

HEAVEN AND HELL

By Cristian Vasquez 1 Comment

Heaven and hell. For years, these two concepts have been loosely used by believers and non-believers alike. There is an overall understanding among both groups of what each term represents. Phrases such as, “feels like heaven” reflect peoples’ visualization of a pleasant place they would enjoy being in. “I’m going to beat the hell out […]

Filed Under: Grow, Spotlight: In Perspective Tagged With: Issue 2

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Our striving to be like Jesus or do his work on ou Our striving to be like Jesus or do his work on our own is in vain. We can never hope to achieve the same level that Jesus was on while we are still here on Earth. We’re like little kids, struggling just to walk. But that’s why Jesus gave us an example of redeemed followers in the form of the Apostles, who were his close group of students here on Earth. He chose a group of broken, sinful men, and ultimately shaped them into the group responsible for continuing his ministry here on Earth. ⁠
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✍🏽: Tim VanDeWalker in "Running By Example" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
"Do your little bit of good where you are; it's th "Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world." –Desmond Tutu
The Bible tells us to live in the world, but not t The Bible tells us to live in the world, but not to become like it. The New Living Translation puts it this way, “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think” (Rom. 12:2a). Some have interpreted this as an instruction to reject anything that isn’t explicitly Christian. But I don’t think that’s what this verse is getting at. I think it means much more.⁠
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✍🏽: Lindsey Beharry in "Choosing Wisely" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
If you desire to serve, seek to form groups withou If you desire to serve, seek to form groups without age distinction. Maybe you want to form a group in your church. Avoid just inviting members from your age group. Seek out people older and younger than you to invite to meet together. Find that person who sits alone and talk to her or him. Instead of a focus on building groups that have the same characteristics to “relate” with one another, you center your discussion in the work of Christ. He will bring the group together. ⁠
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✍🏽: Russell Almand in "Community and Age Diversity" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
"If we put our faith in temporal things, they will "If we put our faith in temporal things, they will inevitably let us down. They were never meant to be enough for us. Not alone. When Barnum finally does hit bottom, he recognizes that his heart has been led astray, fooled into thinking that fame or fortune could satisfy him."⁠
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✍🏽: @slimkeman in "The Greatest Showman" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
"Porn. We are only now beginning to realize the ex "Porn. We are only now beginning to realize the extent of its effects on the brain, relationships, and society at a time when sexually explicit content is just a click away. Christians have recognized pornography’s negative impact for decades, yet it is still often considered a “male” problem within the Church. This can leave women who struggle with porn addiction feeling isolated and alone. The organization SheRecovery (formerly Dirty Girls Ministries) aims to change that and has become a resource for women with porn addiction. You can read more about their ministry at the link in our bio. ⁠
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✍🏽: Lisa Gagnon in "Dirty Girls Ministries" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
"The presence of my sin reminds me of my great nee "The presence of my sin reminds me of my great need for grace, and good works are the outpouring of a grateful heart; being a good child is not a means of earning the favor of God."⁠
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✍🏽: Sally Blotzer in "Forgiving Failure" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
"As Christians, we identify ourselves not only by "As Christians, we identify ourselves not only by how we handle our daily lives, much like those around us, but also by an added component: our faith. How we pray and worship and spend time with our fellow followers provides additional meaning to our lives."⁠
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✍🏽: Matthew Hamilton in "Does Your Form Determine Your Function?" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
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Often I picture Jesus telling us to love others an Often I picture Jesus telling us to love others and not to judge. I forget that when he said, “Come follow me,” he wasn’t just inviting us to a strict set of rules but to a real and exciting life whether you turn out to be a pastor, a doctor, designer or simply “Dad.” Sometimes I forget one of his main messages was that he came to give us a better life than we could ever dream of—life to the fullest. Jesus wasn’t locking us down to a vocation or job title. It’s as if he was saying, “Real, vibrant life is available to you now. Following me, loving me and living like me is your real calling…the rest is just there to aid you in following, loving and living.”⁠
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✍🏽: Wendy Van Eyck in "Living For A Purpose" | Continue reading at newidentitymagazine.com⁠ by visiting the link in our bio and tapping on the image.⁠
Like Morpheus, I want to “show you how deep the ra Like Morpheus, I want to “show you how deep the rabbit hole goes.” There is yet another parallel between the Christian story and The Matrix, simultaneously the most foundational and the most captivating. It’s that something which is missing, something which is not quite right with the world. You can’t quite put your finger on it, but you know that it’s there. At the outset of the first film, Neo is searching for it. Trinity asserts that “it’s the question that drives us.” Morpheus claims that “you can see it when you look out your window or when you turn on your television. You can feel it when you go to work, when you go to church, when you pay your taxes.” The question is: What if I’ve only ever scratched the surface of all that life has to offer? What if there is a deeper, truer current of reality, ever-present behind all of my life’s experiences, to which I might awaken at any moment?⁠
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"I’ve always been intrigued by Augustine because w "I’ve always been intrigued by Augustine because we all struggle with temptations to sin. And we all struggle to live in a way that honors God. Like Augustine we all feel the tug of our past sins that say, 'Don’t you want to enjoy us?' And Augustine’s story relates to Galatians 5:16-26 where Paul tells us about how the Christian life is like a walk. In a way, walking is a metaphor for the Christian life." ⁠
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"The Holy Spirit empowers us for Christ-like livin "The Holy Spirit empowers us for Christ-like living, and for serving others." Where in your life or in what ways has the Spirit enabled you this week? We'd love to hear, tell us in the comments below!⁠
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