Christianity

As a spiritually led mother, you will be an open vessel that is willing to perform what the spirit of the Lord guides you to do. This can translate to opening a new spirit-filled relationship with...

The English word "anoint" comes from the Latin word meaning "smear with oil" It appears in more than 150 Scriptures. There are many kinds of anointing oil with various aromas and significance. ...

To tap into your spiritual powers , by spiritual powers I mean through the holy spirit, You must believe in the trinity which is God, the Holy Spirit and God's son - Jesus. The Holy Spirit is...

The senior pastor is the spiritual and administrative leader of the local Protestant church. This position is usually filled by interview with the church's hiring committee or a state overseer.

Spiritual direction goes back two-thousand years, but most people have never heard of it until recently. It is not the same as pastoral counseling. It originated in the early Christian church, but...

With all the stresses involved in the current economic down-turn, you may be looking for some spiritual guidance. Even more important is the support that can come from interacting with people who...

It is a spiritual world, and as soon as you try to share God's Word, you can't see it, but the demons run to you, desperately, trying to make you fearful of speaking your beliefs to the people...

Fasting is a central practice and discipline of the Christian faith. It has been practiced by the Christian church since its beginnings as a way of consecration, symbol of repentance and spiritual...

Keeping a spiritual journal can be a good way to preserve the impressions we get and feel when we read the scriptures. Whether you transfer a verse to your spiritual journal or jot down some kind...

People become so involved in their churches that they are sometimes hesitant to leave when they need to. It can be hard to know if it’s time to start looking for a different spiritual home, but...

Prayers are spiritual wishes that are driven by faith and will expressed to a higher power. Just as there are many reasons to pray, there are also many variations and types of prayers. Each prayer...

In today’s society, millions of people have clearly lost faith in god, consciousness of living, and are too caught up in chasing money. There is more to life than money or success. Also, you...

Achieving that ultimate profound happiness is just around the corner if you first accept Jesus as your personal Savior in your life. Next, you want to accept the calling God has for your life. ...

If you're a Christian, meeting regularly with other Christians can help your spiritual growth in a number of ways. By praying together, you can encourage one another and remain involved in each...

The labyrinth can seem mysterious and “other world” like, and because of this many have not allowed themselves a proper understanding of its spiritual benefits. I have found that a prayerful...

Marriage and family as God-given institutions have rightly enjoyed a special focus in the church since New Testament days. But in today's church, the number of single members is growing rapidly...

Compassion is important for spiritual and worldly concerns. Spiritual people will reflect on scripture and explain compassion the way that God describes compassion in the Bible explains it, but...

Preparing a topical Bible study lesson requires knowing all that the Bible says about your topic. In order to properly present about spiritual pureness, you must research it thoroughly. Bible...

Treachery, spite and greed often infect the hearts of the unprepared, making it difficult for those who desire to stay on a path that is upright or just. Grace is earned and must be practiced to...

Chaplains, originally of Christian designation, minister to a specific institution such as the military, a university, hospital or prison. They offer comfort, counsel and encouragement to...

Just like our bodies need exercise for better health so does our spirit for spiritual development. Daily Christian practices will enable you to be better prepared in time of spiritual attack and...

Do you ever have that feeling that when you pray your prayers are hitting the ceiling and not going anywhere? At some point in time, most of us will feel as though we are having trouble...

Are you looking for revival in your life? Do you need a personal revival to re-awaken your spiritual walk with Christ? If so, I wrote this article to help you do just that. We all need a...

Finding the right church for you and your family can be challenging. Make it easier by pondering these spiritual considerations.

A chaplain's job is to facilitate the spiritual health and growth of their parishioners. Chaplains are most popular in the military, but may be assigned to other organizations, such as hospitals...

As a Christian, you may find it difficult to fit in Bible reading once a week, much less on a daily basis. But, faithfulness is important to living a fulfilled Christian life, and to learn how to...

You were judged, ridiculed, told to keep quiet, change your appearance, end all associations with non-believers, and follow the instruction given to you, now you avoid religious Christians and...

Confirmation names are a special part of the confirmation process for Roman Catholics, especially those in English-speaking countries. Before the ritual of being confirmed, those seeking...

Many people wonder what the Bible has to say about death and dying. The Bible refers to different types of death, including both physical and spiritual death. Some references to death are good,...

According to the New Testament of the Bible, every Christian is given at least one gift of the Spirit. These are not to be confused with artistic talents, although they are God-given as well. The...

Fasting is the practice of denying oneself food in order to concentrate on a relationship with God and the pursuit of a state of unity with him, or in the pursuit of an intention that is desired...

Prayer is so important. Sometimes, we get discouraged and think it's all we can do. But it somehow helps us partner with God and his work. If you have friends and family you are wanting to pray...

Many people wonder what the Bible has to say about spiritual gifts. The Bible discusses spiritual gifts in detail in I Corinthians 12 with additional discussion in I Corinthians 14. The purpose of...

Does the Bible say anything about healing services? Well, yes and no. The main mention of healing services in the Bible is found in James 5:14-15 . "Is any one of you sick? He should call the...

The Bible has many references to being obedient and the effects it will have on your life. Although there are different versions of the Bible, the meanings of these scriptures are still the same....

The early years of the Christian church were a turbulent time. The communities of believers were persecuted, making discretion necessary. Combined with the missionary zeal of the new religion...

Scriptures have been a source of encouragement and support for millions of believers throughout history. Physical, emotional and spiritual healing Bible verses speak to the heart and soul.

Everything is going great, you're having a great day, go along and out of nowhere you're being challenged on a subject you adamantly believe. Feels like you are being put under attack. Your...

Many religions believe in forms of prayer and somehow getting in spiritual touch with their god through prayer. Praying to invoke the Holy Spirit is known specifically to Christianity. This method...

Have you accepted Christ, but struggle with Christian growth? Read these tips and you'll be on your way to a more fulfilling personal relationship.

Though the term may not yet be part of the common conversation, spiritual abuse is a far too pervasive part of today’s religious landscape. Spiritual abuse is the appropriation of religious...

If you ask some people about their relationship with God, they'll say that they don't know. Some of the people today just ignore God and just approach God if they needed something but the...

The purpose of a quiet time is to meet with God—to come away from busy schedules and activities and have a divine encounter. God imparts deep spiritual insight during a quiet time. No matter the...

Biblically, fasting is abstaining from food, drink, sleep or sex to focus on a period of spiritual growth. Specifically, we humbly deny something of the flesh to glorify God, enhance our spirit,...

The Spiritual journey is a very personal one and each person will have their own story to tell of how they got to the end. It is the journey or process that makes the difference in a person's...

Since 1941, the National Bible Association has celebrated National Bible Week. Christians take this time to refocus their relationship with the text while encouraging others to do the same. Here...

Christians have been entrusted with the biggest privilege in the world: to be ambassadors of God. An ambassador to any country must meet many criteria. They must have the right credentials, the...

“Tithing is about putting God first in your life. Put God first in your life, and you can count on God doing His part.” Tithing is a spiritual law of giving, where a person gives 10% of their...

How can anyone tell someone else how to organize a spiritual journal? Well, they can’t, but they can suggest a working method that has functioned well for them and others around them. The...

Finding a church is easy. Look on nearly any street corner and you'll find one. Browse through the phone book and you can find dozens. That's the easy part. The hard part is choosing a church that...