No one likes to hang out with someone who is NEGATIVE all the time. How do you change your negativity into positivity? What does the Bible say?h113(); Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Romans 12:2Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. 2 Corinthians 10:5 We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ Ephesians 4:31-32 Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and … Read entire article »

Is it bad to sit, kick back, and enjoy a football game on a fall afternoon with some friends?  Or how about spending a day just resting and meditating. The fact of the matter is, God commands us to get proper rest and relaxation.  It is important as Christians we take days of rest and just enjoy the company of friends, family, but most importantly God.  Enjoy the rest God gives you–it is a gift. … Read entire article »

In this new era, pluralism is considered simplistic and elementary. Whereas pure relativism was the reigning mindset in the post-modern era, in this new age, conceptualism has become the accepted system by which we determine what we know and what we believe. As far as I know, conceptualism has not been formulated by any philosophers or sociologists, but can be defined, as a system of thought by which an individual, or a society, determines reality … Read entire article »

Brian Carroll: Are we too quick to find material and books on how to better ourselves?  Are we looking for that quick fix so we can move forward in life?  Transformation of an individual cannot be transferred through pamphlets or books, but rather through strong Christ-centered communities and discipleship.  Mike Wilkerson breaks down this notion in an awesome blog post over at The Resurgence. I’m often asked by churches: How do we get the book, workbook, … Read entire article »

Brian Carroll:  The other day one of our bloggers, John Wylie, posted information about an accountability program called X-Watch.  While on the topic of PORN (all caps seemed necessary) and maintaining purity, it is important to know what the Bible says about this topic.  If we have a better biblical outlook on keeping our eyes guarded, we will see that Jesus loves us enough to know that we should not fuel our eyes with images … Read entire article »