Christ Church Stories
Sensitivity to the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit’s presence can be lifted if we’re not cautious in how we worship or approach God. As Christians, we must learn that being sensitive to the Holy Spirit means we are aware of the Holy Spirit’s sensitivity. This blog shares how you can learn to walk in the Spirit into consecration and transformation.
The Joy and Privilege of Worship: Surrendering Our Hearts to God
Worship is an act of offering ourselves to God in reverence, adoration, and thanksgiving. We have a joyous privilege as God’s children to worship. However, we can lose sight of that when our preferences emerge. How can we elevate our worship and surrender our hearts?
Why Spiritual Gifts Matter
What are spiritual gifts, and how are we to approach them earnestly? Spiritual gifts play a significant role in building the character of Jesus in our lives. This blog outlines the three primary categories spiritual gifts fall into and discusses why we can be naive about them.
Walking With the Spirit: How to Overcome the Desires of the Flesh
How can walking with the Holy Spirit help Christians overcome the desires of the flesh? In this article, we define the heart and destructive attitudes listed in Galatians 5 and how through the Means of Grace, we can experience the abounding living waters of God.
Turning Desperation into Revival
Two characters of starkly different statuses intersect on one fateful day in the life of Christ. While their prestige varies, their desperation bonds them into an act of faith that portrays the heart of the Gospel message. Read how you can turn your life from despair into revival.
What is Ash Wednesday & Lent?
What is Ash Wednesday and Lent? How do Christians observe Lent? Learn more about the meaning of the imposition of ashes and how you can better prepare your heart for Easter this Lenten season.
How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit?
We were created to live in the fullness of God’s presence, but sin has diminished this relationship. When we are filled with the Holy Spirit, we’re able to live a supernatural life. When we are baptized in the Holy Spirit, the very colors of our nature change. Learn how you can e filled with the Holy Spirit.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
A dynamic Christian life awaits! Want to know the difference between a dull faith and one full of power? Fire, wind, and creativity: the Holy Spirit in action; In this blog, Pastor Paul dives into the teachings of Acts 1:8 and the power of the Holy Spirit. Explore how being baptized with the Holy Spirit brings about a change in our lives.
How to Move Mountains With Prayer
Have you ever felt like life's problems were larger than you could handle? Jesus teaches us that we have the power of prayer to move mountains. However, what does that metaphor mean? This blog explains that sometimes God doesn't want to change your circumstances. Instead, He wants to change you in your circumstances.
A Caution For How We Approach God
In Luke 18, Jesus shares a parable of how our self-righteousness can affect our prayer life. Through the illustration of two men going to the temple to pray, Jesus encourages us to take a step back to recognize where we stand. Keep reading to see if you are experiencing the vulnerability of the religious or a justified spirit of poverty.