Years ago, while in theology school, I learned much about the different types of angels in heaven. While I had an idea of the angels, I was fascinated by the archangels and their unique roles. I’ve realized several people do not know the difference between these types of angels. This came up recently when one … Read more
As a pastor, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of the Bible in my own life and the lives of my congregants. One Sunday afternoon, a young couple approached me with a question that would set me on a path to greater understanding. They asked me, “Is it okay for us to study the Catholic Bible?” … Read more
As a Christian, I find the distinction between God and angels a captivating subject. While both are awe-inspiring, their roles and attributes set them apart uniquely and fascinatingly. Last week, during our weekly Bible study session, my Bible group members and I decided to explore this topic, and I was beyond excited to participate in … Read more
As a pastor and church leader, I’m passionate about carrying out evangelical duties to spread God’s word. Since this is a holy and noble mission, Christians need to follow in the footsteps of Christ’s disciples and apostles without exaggerating their roles and abilities. To achieve this, we need to understand the difference between apostles and … Read more
Last week with my family, we celebrated my uncle’s new position in the church as pastor. Having been raised in a Christian family and ministered for fifteen years, it is not new to hear of such appointments. During the celebration, some guests called him minister, others reverend. The three terms may seem similar, but there … Read more
The world is full of evil. As a Minister who began my Christian journey in the Catholic Church, I believe holy water can be very powerful. Many of my catholic friends have used it to protect their loved ones against evil. While this concept is not new, many Christians have yet to learn how to … Read more
Growing up, attending church was compulsory since I was raised in a family of pastors. I once visited my cousins, who were Catholics, on a weekend when I was 8 years old, and they asked me to accompany them to their church. This was my first time seeing people being sprinkled with holy water. So, … Read more
I have always been a spiritual person. I attribute that part of me to my upbringing because I was raised by strict parents. Recently, I started feeling certain smells suddenly out of nowhere. I smelled smoke but nothing around me was burning. However, what struck me was when I smelt incense when none was burning. … Read more
I have fallen into sin without knowing in the past, mostly because my definition of sin was superficial. I only thought sin was when one commits murder, steals, and other things we consider major sins. When I started my discipleship class, I was shocked at the revelation of what sin is and what God considers … Read more
As a theologian and born-again Christian, I enjoy teaching about Jesus’ earthly ministry. Manyof my students find the journey of the Son of God in the Bible quite intriguing. Though I havemany years of experience in Bible reading, I still marvel at all the good the scriptures implyJesus did while he was on earth. The … Read more