Posts Tagged ‘Christian generosity’
Africa’s Bountiful Harvest
Christianity was already spreading in Africa within a few years after Jesus’ resurrection. It was the home of many of the early church fathers. Recently, over the past century, we have seen a bountiful harvest of Christian believers, probably the greatest church growth in Christian history. This church growth is reshaping African societies. Wow!
Read MoreTrue vs. Selfish Service
Part of living out the Christian faith is being completely selfless. This is much easier said than done in a world that preaches about greatness and personal gain. We earn countless treasures on earth and store up none in Heaven. Unfortunately, there are many Christians that have twisted the idea of service into a selfish act than benefits themselves over God. Because these selfish people have mastered the art of masking their true intentions, it is hard to see and find selfish service in action.
Read MoreThe Rich Young Ruler
One of the most disturbing incidents in the Gospels is Jesus’s conversation with a wealthy young man who wanted to know what he needed to do to gain eternal life (or “be saved”). The man said he had kept all of the commandments, so Jesus told him: “There is still one thing lacking. Sell all that you own and distribute the money to the poor…
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