Neither the toxic worldview of evolution nor that espoused by mainstream Christendom fails to answer why we exist. We have a mandate to serve both God and man.

We should assemble with the rest of the Body where possible, and the reason the apostle gives is for exhorting others. We cannot exhort if we have withdrawn.

An individual can teach and admonish only if he is in fellowship with others. God's intention that we be connected to the rest of the Body is seen everywhere.

When we become fixated on past resentment, we will never find opportunities to display mercy, enabling a repentant brother to move forward.

What are some more tangible ways to help the widow, the fatherless, and the stranger? These points would help anyone, but keep in mind those we are focusing on.

Without the gift of God's Holy Spirit, it is impossible to understand the kind of love which Christ commanded of His disciples.

Some have wondered, 'How far should we go in helping someone who is not in the church of God?' How does the Bible respond to this question?

The parable of the Good Samaritan depicts a way of life God intends all His called-out Saints to follow.

Our welfare programs have scriptural principles as their general inspiration, but they have been abused, encouraging dependency which God never intended.

Both Ruth and Naomi demonstrated covenant loyalty in this marriages long after the death of their spouses. Ruth faithfully continued to serve her mother-in-law.

The seemingly benign advice to 'Be Nice' falls short of a truly virtuous approach to life. It is associated with pleasant but superficial behavior.

The 'Pierre De Coubertin Medal' is given out for sportsmanship, honoring generous behavior toward competing athletes—much harder to win than a gold medal.

The harsh religion of the Pharisees was unfeeling, placing more attention on rituals and man-made laws, and had turned their super-righteousness into sin.

The meal offering represents the second Great Commandment, love toward fellow man. Our service to others requires much grinding self-sacrifice and surrender.

Parents are obligated to teach God's laws to their children. According to Emily Post, good manners are to the family what good morals are to society.

We may never be featured in a museum, receive a Medal of Honor, or be the subject of a movie, but we can still be outstanding examples with our own lives.

God's people were obligated to declare before God that they had faithfully distributed the tithe. The blessing was applied nationally.

Pure religion, according to James, takes care of vulnerable people — the widows, fatherless, and strangers. This echoes the words of the prophets.

The apostle Paul inventories spiritual gifts that God has given for the edification of the church, including ministry of the word and practical service.

Thoughts, words, or behaviors not in alignment with the mind of God are also violations against God's law. Foolishness should never be part of our conduct.

Onesiphorus stands out for his unwavering loyalty and selfless support of Paul during persecution. His actions, not his words, spoke volumes.

Jesus twice asks Peter if he has agape love, and both times Peter can only respond that he has tremendous personal affection — he was lacking agape love.