It takes a lot to create a blog or website, but Christian leaders know it’s worth it. I’m really excited about today’s post: this week 20 of my favorite Christian bloggers emailed me their reasons for writing! Some have a large following; others are just getting started. Combined, they reach over 200,000 email subscribers and […]
Author: Cody Libolt
O Bless Me Now, My Savior
Does God want us to be motivated by his rewards? For a very long time people have been singing of their great reward. And not only Americans. The Hebrew book of worship, the Psalms, is prefaced by the following: Blessed is the man who walks not In the counsel of the wicked, Nor stands in […]
9 Highlights from Paul’s Letter to the Philippians
One of Paul’s most famous letters, Philippians stands out for its joy and hope in the face of persecution and imprisonment. Reading it in one sitting, I noticed a flow to Paul’s points. Here are nine highlights: 1. Paul is thankful for his church family. I thank my God upon every remembrance of you (Phil […]
Christian Motivation: An Interview with Lydia Borengasser
“Put others first.” “You think too highly of yourself.” “You’re selfish.” If you hear these ideas enough, they can take over your understanding of morality. What should our motivation be? Why care about doing the right thing? I recently interviewed a writer named Lydia Borengasser. We found common ground on the controversial topic of Christian motivation.
What Exactly Is Worship in the Bible?
Have you ever asked this? I want to share a helpful way of understanding what worship consists of. We can worship God because he has spoken. That’s where worship in the Bible starts: God speaking. If he had not told us who he is and what pleases him, we would have no way to worship […]