It is often easier, though not more correct, to point the finger at others and to instruct them on how to act, rather than looking at oneself. This often shows up in marriage when the husband quotes Paul, “wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.” [Eph 5:22] However, if we take …
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Abiding in Christ Jesus
In my experience, the phrase "abide in Christ" has turned into a catchphrase of sorts. It has lost its meaning through overuse combined with a lack of depth of understanding. Too often, phrases like this in Christianity lose their meaning. We say them, but when probed with how to actually apply them or with what …