What the Bible’s Simple Metaphor Means to Me When I think about the image of “a tree planted by the water,” I picture those big, green trees you see growing beside rivers—always full of life, their leaves never wilting, even when the sun is blazing or there hasn’t been rain for weeks. That simple picture says so much about what…
Understanding the Heart of the Christian Faith in Everyday Language If you’ve ever wondered what the Christian faith is really all about, here are two simple truths about Jesus Christ. These truths stand at its very center. They explain what it means for people who want to connect with God. 1. Jesus Shows Us Exactly Who God Is One of…
“I have been sent to speak to you and to tell you this good news” (Luke 1:19). Understanding the Heart of Christian Faith The gospel is often called the “good news.” It delivers the exceedingly wonderful message of God’s plan to redeem sinful humanity. This redemption comes through the death and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ. It is at…
