Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. – Ephesians 5:21 What image comes to mind when you hear the word “obey?” It’s definitely a word that is hard to connect to romantic relationships. However, in terms of romantic relationships, often either the boyfriend or girlfriend unintentionally asserts control over his/her partner in the relationship. Is your current romantic … Read More
Relationships: Is this the one? -Relationship of Giving to Each Other
We love because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19 It’s easy to love someone when you have an emotional attachment to them, isn’t it? And you’re not worried about whether or not you’re going to receive that love in return. But there are times you might not understand the other person’s feelings, or you get caught up in something … Read More
Relationships: Is this the one? – Introduction
Have you ever asked yourself this question? What I mean is: “Is my relationship with this person going to lead to marriage?” Whether you’re about to start dating, already dating, hitting it off with someone, or in a complicated relationship, there’s nothing to lose by asking this question. And if it’s a question you’ve been avoiding, maybe it’s time to … Read More
Peacemaker 10: You are a person who speaks dreams and visions
People who change the world are people who have a burning passion for their dreams and visions. People who want to build a good home are people who have dreams and visions to have an amazing home. People who want to construct a good country are people who have dreams and visions for the best country. People who create peace … Read More
Peacemaker 9: You Are the Person Who Lends an Ear
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. – Proverbs 15:1 When you are filled with a sense of justice and want to change something, oftentimes you speak with all your might while failing to listen to others. On the other hand, when you lose your passion and interest in everything, your mouth won’t open … Read More
Peacemaker 8: You are the one who serves
After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him. John 13:5 So when you read this story, who do you think it’s describing? Well, if you happen to not have read the story before, you might be surprised to learn that this is actually … Read More
Peacemaker 7: You don’t have to be swayed by the world anymore
Don’t change yourselves to be like the people of this world, but let God change you inside with a new way of thinking. Then you will be able to understand and accept what God wants for you. You will be able to know what is good and pleasing to him and what is perfect. (Romans 2:2 ERV) Making peace is … Read More
Peacemaker 6: The person free from riches
I have three kids. Although they are close to each other, they sometimes fight. One of the biggest reasons they fight is that they emphasize that their things are their own and say things such as, “This is mine!”👧 and “No, this is MINE!” 👦 Sometimes, I also join in their fight saying, “No. This is MINE.” A lot of … Read More
Peacemaker 5: The Person Who Shoulders Forgiveness
When you try to patch things up with someone you’ve been fighting with, have you ever found that the discussion inevitably ends in a fight? Well, I have, lol. I’m not lying when I say I approached with reconciliation in mind, but it probably resulted in that way because I hadn’t truly forgiven the person in question. The meaning of … Read More
Peacemaker 4: The Person Who Has Peace
A peacemaker is someone brimming with confidence and peace of mind- who is humble, but not servile. It might be hard to picture it, but I think there really are people like that- people who bring peace to those around them just by being there. And you and I can become like that kind of person! So how can someone … Read More