Good morning. Grace and peace to you.
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The Problem With Habits (And Why We Still Need Them)
Darryl explains why habits matter so much but can also be problematic. In short, “Spiritual disciplines, while necessary, risk becoming empty routines that distract from their true purpose: bringing us closer to God.”
Is It Wrong for Christians to Choose Cremation?
This is a helpful overview of cremation and what the Bible says about it. “For most of church history, Christians never questioned whether to choose burial or cremation. In 1980 in Canada, only 6% of people opted for cremation—and most of them would have been non-Christians. Today, that figure is over 75% and is a popular option among people of all faiths. How should Christians think about this trend?”
Why Does Your Church Meet in a House?
Without demanding or even necessarily recommending it for everyone, Paul explains why he is committed to churches meeting in houses. “Well, we
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