There seems to be a wide gulf between what we believe and how we live, a marked contrast between our position in Christ and our actual experience. Too often we claim to believe our Bible from cover to cover, but fail to live out its truths in daily conduct. The spiritual emphasis of the book […]
Even in a country as religious as the U.S., many people feel disengaged from their faith communities. More than half report that they really don’t get the opportunity in their congregation to do what they do best. People just feel disconnected. Maybe it’s because those faith communities make unwitting missteps: Pastors ask shy people to […]
Until we get to heaven, we’re all unfinished Christians. There are no “self-made” success stories in the spiritual life. No do-it-yourself kits for aspiring saints. That’s why Living the Mysteries is ideal for a family member, friend, or fellow parishioner who was recently in the RCIA program and received the sacraments of initiation – baptism, […]
Today, Christians must understand that they carry a far more precious charge. They carry the charge to be like Christ and pursue holiness in a culture that mocks and misunderstands both. With that in mind, how can Christians spend any time thinking or discussing how close to the edge they can get with such precious […]
Pastor McManis offers keen and credible biblical teaching on the character of true spiritual growth and Christian discipleship.
