One of the most overlooked aspects of forgiveness is how to ask for it. Asking for forgiveness should not be done according to human wisdom nor simply generated by emotional intensity. Asking for forgiveness should, instead, be based on biblicalRead more…
Adulterous Church Members – Should They Stay or Leave?
The title to this article may seem strange, since a basic characteristic of any Christ-honoring, Bible believing church is to bring people into the church. On the other hand, a situation could occur in a church in which a personRead more…
Forgiveness – Know the Basics from God’s Perspective
Forgiveness is, literally, at the heart of Christianity. Its meaning is not difficult tounderstand, but “to forgive” as a way of life is not something one does naturally. It is not based on feelings but, instead, involves a choice that is,Read more…
Doing What’s Right
Did you ever get the feeling that honesty and integrity are things of the past? I admit it does seem that way at times.
The Futility of Forgiving Yourself
Forgiving yourself is NOT a biblical perspective. That statement is often surprising in light of the avalanche of material that promotes the “need to forgive yourself.” However, when there is no verse that even hints at the “need to forgiveRead more…
Bible Exposition: Ephesians 1
Sri Lankan Christian leader Ajith Fernando explains Ephesians 1. He shows how this chapter describes the full picture of salvation, its outworking, and its wonders that we are to declare. Download Options PC users: Right click a link and chooseRead more…
Amnesty for corrupt leaders in Africa, Why not?
Amnesty for corrupt leadership in Africa sounds like let these “blood suckers’ of the poor in Africa off the hook scort free. On the contrary this is an attempt to use one of the Christian teachings which invites corrupt leadersRead more…
Healing the Wounds of Ethnic Conflict
Editor’s Note: This Cape Town 2010 Advance Paper has been written by Rhiannon Lloyd, Joseph Nyamutera and Anastase Sabamungu as an overview of the topic to be discussed at the Multiplex session on “Peace to the Nations: Ethnicity in theRead more…
Common Misconceptions about Forgiveness
Forgiveness is known but not readily understood, which is a profound disconnect. The numerous misconceptions about forgiveness create difficulty for believers and unbelievers with regard to relational well-being. Believers who have a faulty perception about forgiveness are hindered in theirRead more…
Forgiveness: The first step in reconciliation
Forgiveness is at the heart of Christianity and is the “possible impossibility” that can be practiced by believers world-wide. Authentic (biblical) forgiveness is often overlooked in the lives of believers and, as a result, unity, love, fellowship, and witness areRead more…