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God Loves the Worst Version of You

Jesus died for us while we were still sinners, not once we’d cleaned up our act.

Three Lessons from the Prodigal Son

If you are far from God – no matter how far – there is still hope for you. We can never out-sin God’s forgiveness.

10 Sinful Responses to Sin

Everyone sins, and in many cases even our responses to sin can be sinful. Here are 10 examples.

Accountability Questions for Christian Men

Men, we need each other to stay on the right track in our Christian walk! Use the five accountability questions below with your men’s group or mentor every week, month, or quarter.

Is It Wrong to Have Guilty Pleasures?

Many Christian women have what they call their “guilty pleasures.” Is there anything wrong with these things?

The Meaning of “Transgression” in Hebrew

The word “transgression” in the Bible has a lot of religious and cultural baggage. One thing is sure: it’s not an outdated, archaic way of separating “good” people from “bad” people.

Is It a Sin to Get “Buzzed”?

The Bible teaches that drunkenness is a sin, but what about getting “buzzed”?

The Christian Key to Escaping Porn

Escape addiction by fighting for the joy in Christ that is superior to the fleeting pleasure of pornography.

Jesus Reverses The Curse

Jesus doesn’t just appear in the New Testament-the whole Bible tells the story of why Jesus needed to come, starting in Genesis.

God’s Wrath Is a Good Thing

Many would say we should fear the wrath of God, but his anger opens the way for grace.

The Power of a Cuss Word

There’s no list in the Bible of naughty words that we aren’t allowed to use. So what?

5 Steps for Choking Out Temptation in Your Life

Every man faces temptation. No exceptions. And if you’re a follower of Jesus, you have the ability to deal with it in a godly way, just like Jesus did. Let’s talk about how to do that.

Six Principles for Controlling Sinful Thoughts

Can you really win the battle over sinful thoughts? Try applying these six simple principles.

Is Masturbation a Sin?

Many Christians wrestle with this question and asking yourself some important questions can help you find the answers you need.

Is It OK for Christians to Smoke Marijuana?

Are there biblical guidelines that may help Christians decide whether or not recreational marijuana usage should be practiced by followers of Jesus?

The Path of Addiction

How does a person actually become addicted to pornography? There is a path or a process by which this happens.

The Meaning of “Sin” in Hebrew

“Sin” is a word with a lot of religious and cultural baggage. One thing is sure: it’s not an outdated, archaic way of separating “good” people from “bad” people.