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Passion Versus Calling
There is a certain idea within the Christian church about what God’s calling for our lives should look like. Some envision a life of quiet sacrifice, pushing aside all personal desire and passion for the sake of God’s kingdom. Others see a life in which their passions, dreams, and natural talents all work for the…
Heart of Service: Washing the Feet of the Apostles
Have you ever wondered what the significance is behind the act of washing another’s feet? In John 13, we see Jesus washing the feet of the apostles before the Last Supper. This scene is known as Washing the Feet of the Apostles. What does this act reveal about him? What do the disciples’ reactions tell…
Burned Out: Learning to Say No
As students at an online seminary school, there are challenges that you will face when it comes to time management. One of the biggest issues can be feeling overwhelmed and burned out: learning to say no helps you manage your workload more effectively. That is just a fact of being a college student in general.>…
Bad Habits That Keep Us From God’s Truth Part Two
Last time, we examined some of the bad habits and misconceptions that keep people from receiving the full truth of God’s Word in their lives. If you missed it, you can find it here. Today, we are going to conclude our thoughts by examining one of the biggest roadblocks people face when diving into the…
Bad Habits That Keep Us From God’s Truth
The Bible is the Word of God. It is a gift to humanity from the Almighty; the very words and thoughts of our Creator allow us to know Him. Furthermore, it helps us grow as individuals and believers. But all too often, the Bible becomes something in our lives that it was never intended to…
Verse of the Month: Proverbs 31
As students of a Christian Theological Seminary, you know how important it is to dive into the word of God.><p>Keeping in the spirit of acquiring knowledge, we wanted to take a closer look at Proverbs 31, our verse of the month! More Precious than Rubies… Probably one of the most quoted and venerated passages in…
Weathering the Political Storm
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last few months (dare we say years?) it is quite likely that you have been enduring the hurricane that is the current political season. While we have to admit that it is certainly one of the more explosive and, at times, entertaining rides, we also…
Christian Counseling and Secular Counseling: What’s the Difference?
There are many ideas and misconceptions surrounding the field of Christian counseling. There is also quite a lot of controversy in the discipline’s past. Debates about the legitimacy of the practice and questions about what truly defines Christian counseling are still common today. However, this happens even in spite of the number of theology students…
Verse of the Month: Philippians 4:13
“For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 NIV Welcome back! Once again, it is time to dive into the Word of God with our Verse of the Month: Philippians 4:13. Last time, we examined Romans 14:5. If you missed it, you can find it by clicking here. Today, we…
Meet People Where They Live
Imagine this scene: An old woman sits in a chair by the window in a Senior Living home. She has a warm blanket on her lap, but the cold lingers in her bones. Sparrows dart across the windowpane, and she sees children playing in the park just across the street. A quiet sigh escapes her…