Transform Your Life: Embracing Personal Growth found in scripture
The desire to grow and develop as individuals is natural and inherent in every human being. We constantly seek to improve our skills, expand our knowledge, and reach our full potential. However, as Christians, we understand that true growth goes beyond professional success or personal fulfillment. The ultimate goal is to become more like Christ, growing in wisdom, love, and spiritual maturity.
Why community matters for professionals and businesspeople
After considering myself a loner for a long time, I came to understand the importance of community after connecting with Christian professionals all over the world.
Four types of love that can change your life and bring joy to your workplace
Valentine’s day puts love at the center of February. Love is, however, much more than the romance we celebrate at the feast of Saint Valentine. Why not use February to learn how love in different forms can change your life and bring joy to your work?
In ancient Greek there are at least seven words for love. Let us focus on four of them and how they can impact our lives.
Come and see the one that was born!
When people in the Western world describe what is often called “the spirit of Christmas” they mention things like love, compassion, care, and fellowship. This is all fine. All these attitudes and feelings are confined in the Biblical record, and Jesus contain all of them. He also comprises much more. The Bible describes him as “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Jesus’ coming cannot be underestimated. He started a new era in world history.
Navigating Cultural Differences in the Light of Faith
If you intend to study or work in another country, understanding intercultural communication is indispensable. As Christians, we are called to spread the Gospel to all nations. But what exactly is intercultural communication? How can we improve our skills in this area while remaining true to our faith?
Reflect Christ's Love at Work
People around us evaluate us by our behaviour. What we say and how we react to things in our daily lives, form their impression of us - and of our faith. This applies also in our workplace. How do you react to pressure, challenges, and frustrations? How are your conversations with your colleagues. How do you respond when something is not working out as you want it to? As Christians, we are called to be light and salt, not only in our churches, but also as professional colleagues.
Where Does God Want Me to Work?
How do I find God’s will for my life? It’s always a pressing question on the college campus, and especially in our day of unprecedented options.
Healthy Heart!
As I reflected on the intentions behind my actions, I noticed my thoughts shifting toward the physical realm. It was during this introspection that I began to realize the connection between my spiritual and natural perspectives.
Daniel can be a role model today
Despite the tragic situation because of Judah's disobedience and the Babylonians conquering, the book relates to the life of a person (or persons) who walks in a different direction than both societies. He does not conform to Babylon's antagonism to the lifestyle imposed by God or Judah's disobedience to God's call.
Can bringing faith to work be a secret weapon to success?
Elize Strauss, Bonne Turner, and Merrel Grootboom are all leaders in Tent South Africa. Here they share their inspiring stories on how bringing faith to work has blessed them and others.
The Little Book that Achieved Much
If you are wondering about God’s view on the importance of work, there is one book you need to read without delay: Andrew Murray’s “How to Work for God”