Category: Moe Bergeron
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The Only Faith That Reaches the Depths
G.K. Chesterton once wrote, “I have found only one religion that dares to go down with me into the depth of myself.” What a striking statement. In a world full of philosophies, self-help strategies, and religious systems that offer surface-level solutions, Christianity stands apart. It does not merely tell us…
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Are We Following the Good Way?
The following quote perfectly captures how much the world has changed in just a few decades. It paints a picture of childhood that was simpler, slower, and less dominated by screens. There’s something nostalgic about it—a longing for a time when kids found adventure in their own backyards instead of…
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Reading the Bible with Open Hearts
George Mueller once said, “Again, we should read the Scripture prayerfully, never supposing that we are clever enough, or wise enough, to understand God’s Word by our own wisdom. In all our reading of the Scriptures let us seek carefully to have the help of the Holy Spirit; let us…
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The True Vine and Our Dependence on Christ
In John 15:1-5, Jesus emphasizes that believers are branches dependent on Him, the true vine, to bear spiritual fruit. This fruit, characterized by love, joy, and peace, arises from a life surrendered to Christ. Those who fail to bear fruit risk being cut off, highlighting the importance of abiding in…
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The Gift of a Guilty Conscience
The story of the prodigal son is one of the most beloved parables in Scripture, yet its power is often softened by familiarity. Jesus tells of a young man who took his inheritance, squandered it in reckless living, and found himself destitute in a foreign land. Starving and humiliated, he…
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Marvelous Grace
Grace is a profound, undeserved love from God, essential for salvation and daily sustenance. Unlike mere kindness, it is abundant and freely given, exemplified by Christ’s sacrifice. This humbling grace prompts us to extend forgiveness and kindness to others, reminding us to rely on God’s strength rather than our own.
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Is that all there is?
The Christian life transcends a mere moral journey, emphasizing the ongoing supernatural work of the Holy Spirit. This includes continual sanctification, intercession in prayer, God’s sustaining presence, and supernatural fellowship among believers. The Spirit’s transformative power reshapes desires and unites diverse individuals, illustrating that faith is a dynamic, living experience.
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The Biblical Standard for Church Leaders
The apostles emphasized selecting leaders in the church based on observable characteristics of spiritual maturity, discernment, and devotion, not worldly credentials. True leaders are marked by the Holy Spirit’s transformative work, reflecting Christ-like character, faithfulness in service, and wisdom from God, remaining essential for effective church leadership today.
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The Wisdom of God in the Foolishness of Men
“Too often the scholarly exposition of Scripture is an activity which circumnavigates the globe to get next door, obscures the simplest truth to the average person, and greatly impresses the scholar’s groupies.” Ed Ross The world is drawn to wisdom that dazzles. It celebrates strength, esteems power, and prizes intellect.…
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