Paul writes in Romans 8.29 that we are predestined to be conformed to the image, or likeness, of Christ. There are numerous similar comments in the NT, from Paul and Peter and John. This is a key issue. As I have tried to set out below, the ‘goal’ for the Christian is maturity or completeness,… Read more »
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A stranger on the earth – A Christian country?
In the UK many bemoan the nation’s persistent abandoning of Biblical standards. I understand that. Our nation has been shaped over centuries by men and women committed to Biblical standards. There has been a huge Christian influence in previous generations. For example, key leaders and innovators during the Industrial Revolution were Christians, as were social… Read more »
Worship God – regularly
In an individualistic world, it is common to hear of people who are ‘spiritual but not religious,’ or who prefer to ‘seek the divine’ personally rather than identify with ‘organised religion.’ Old Testament scriptures describe David, the man after God’s own heart, and his establishing a pattern of regular and corporate worship in Israel. In… Read more »