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The expression 'off with the old, on with the new' can also be applied to our faith - and indeed the Apostle Paul stresses in Colossians 3:12-14 that after putting off our old selves we then need to put on our new self in Christ - behaviour characterized by compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience stemming from an identity that we're chosen, holy and dearly loved by Him.

Are humans essentially good, or essentially evil? The Bible is very clear that we are all flawed and in need of a Savior. The Apostle Paul affirms that only by crucifying our sinful nature - putting it to death - can we fully live with Christ and receive the life He offers us in faith.

Prof. Merrill Dyck takes us through an interactive, thought-provoking study of Christianity and theology meant for ready application to everyday life.

Did you grow up in a strict, legalistic culture? The Apostle Paul in Colossians 2:16-23 warns the Colossians about the dangers of legalism and reminds them that all they need is found in Christ.

Does change come easy for you? What do you wish you could change? Colossians 2:13-15 reminds us that we cannot change our sin nature, but only through Jesus' sacrificial death on the cross was the power of sin broken over our lives. We now have total forgiveness and the power to resist the enemy, and all because of God's love for us! Happy Valentine's Day!

Prof. Merrill Dyck takes us through an interactive, thought-provoking study of Christianity and theology meant for ready application to everyday life.

No one likes being deceived, and yet the enemy deceives so many that don't know the truth about Jesus through God's Word. Now more than ever we need to be aware of the dangers inherent in deceptive philosophies and human traditions and hold fast to the truth that Jesus is our complete fulfillment.

Prof. Merrill Dyck takes us through an interactive, thought-provoking study of Christianity and theology meant for ready application to everyday life.

There's no refuting clear evidence for something, and in particular our faith in Jesus. In Colossians 2, the Apostle Paul summarizes the evidence for Jesus he presented in chapter one by exhorting the Colossians to grow in unity together and focus on Jesus as the clearest evidence for His supremacy.

Prof. Merrill Dyck takes us through an interactive, thought-provoking study of Christianity and theology meant for ready application to everyday life.

We believe Jesus is God, but does our belief readily translate into a complete trust in Him? Now more than ever we need to expand our view of who Jesus is and His supremacy over all creation, strengthening ourselves in the peace this brings to our lives.

Prof. Merrill Dyck takes us through an interactive, thought-provoking study of Christianity and theology meant for ready application to everyday life.

In his epistle to the Colossians, we get an insightful glimpse into Paul's prayer life as he details essential components for spiritual growth and renewal: having knowledge of God's will, being strengthened with God's power, and giving thanks in all circumstances.

Prof. Merrill Dyck takes us through an interactive, thought-provoking study of Christianity and theology meant for ready application to everyday life.

The thing about faith is not how much you have, but where you have it placed. In his epistle to the Colossians, the Apostle Paul begins by giving thanks for their authentic faith, and serves as a great reminder to us that only faith in Jesus as Saviour and Lord will produce the fruit of hope and love so needed by the world today.

Do you know where you want to end up in 2021? Has this pandemic stolen your vision and sense of purpose? Now more than ever, we need to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit and continually step out in faith towards what He has called us to, even as a new unknown becomes our new normal.

Jesus came to bring true freedom to our lives - a lasting freedom that is backed by the power and authority of the Father. When we recognize the truth of His Word and begin to walk in the truth of who we are in Christ, we will experience the redemption, liberty and victory that is freely available to every believer.

In spite of what culture and media tell us, there is an abundant life that can be found only through Jesus. It is a life characterized by hope, joy and peace that overflows from our hearts regardless of our circumstances and which was present at the very first Christmas. Like Mary & Joseph, let's be conduits of Jesus' abundant life so that others may experience it, too.

More than anything, 2020 has been a year of divisiveness. Regardless of the issue or who's right or wrong, we need to instead choose to love above all. Love is a choice. Love is an action. So let us spur one another on to love and good works!

There is something about light that brings hope to our darkest days, and Christmas lights up the world when it's at its darkest. As we reflect on the necessity of light for life, for direction, and for hope, let's shine His light on others this Christmas.

How is true greatness achieved? If we follow Jesus' example, it would be through service to others. And yet, by relying on our own strength and motivations we will always come up short. Only by serving out of the love flowing through you from God will we be considered great in His Kingdom.

What does it mean to be an ambassador? As Christ's ambassadors, we are sent into a world foreign to us with the mission of carrying His message to them. We are simply called to share our story - what we have seen and heard - and let the Holy Spirit do the rest.

How important is it to speak the truth, and to keep the gospel message pure? Without the Church in place to operate as the Keeper of the Stream of Truth, dilutions and toxic infiltrations can wreak havoc on the Message Jesus lived and died to give us.

Did you know that the plural of Christian is 'Church'? The Church is not a building - the Church is a group of ordinary believers that are together, devoted, and united through Jesus. Christians were designed to do life, together.

What is the mission of the Church? Why do we exist? We know from Matthew 28:18-20 that Jesus has given us authority and power to make disciples as we go about our work in the world. We are reminded that we don't just go to church - we ARE the Church.