Created for Relationships
There’s something about community—the relationships, the sense of belonging, the support and encouragement, the sympathy and understanding—that deepens our lives and anchors our souls.
Tag: love
From Gang Warlord to Evangelist: The Radical Transformation of Nicky Cruz
The story of Nicky Cruz is a visceral journey from "prison, the electric chair, and hell" to a life of global ministry. Born into a family steeped in occult spiritualism and surviving severe childhood abuse, Cruz became the notorious warlord of the Brooklyn street gang, the Mau Maus. His life took a dramatic turn when a "skinny country preacher" named David Wilkerson introduced him to a love stronger than any adversary. Now 83, Cruz continues to share his guttural and authentic story of how the Gospel broke through the walls of his heart to create a "brand new creation".
The Beauty of ‘In Spite Of’ Love
Choosing to love has always been one of the most important challenges for God’s people.
10 Reasons to Love Unloveable People
No matter how unloving church members can be, I can’t avoid Jesus’ telling us to love God and neighbor (Matt. 22:34–40). Nor can I run from New Testaments commands that we love one another (1 Thess. 4:9, 1 Peter 1:22, 1 John 3:23). Here are 10 reasons why we must love even unlovable church members. … Continued
3 Things Grace Accomplishes That Religion Never Can
The scandal of grace at the heart of the gospel
Love When It’s Hard to Love
Where the strength comes from to love when we are wronged
The Need for Love in Our Political Action
The difficult ways our faith must shape our politics, especially concerning the need for love in political action.
