If you’re one of those people choosing to go your own way…even into the eternal future…the message of the cross (found in Christian teaching) probably sounds silly to you. Maybe you think Christians are fools to follow such “antiquated teachings”. Well, here’s a shocker for you…you’re right! You’re right…if Christians are wrong. Let me put it this way. If I’m following a worldview based … Read the rest…
1 Corinthians 1:10-17 Paul asks the people of Corinth “Is Christ divided?” Because he had heard that some of them were saying things like “I am of Paul” or “I am of Apollos” or “I am of Cephas”. So Paul strongly reminded them that they could only be OF one. Jesus. Why was it so important to Paul that the Corinthians “all speak the … Read the rest…
When you’re called into fellowship with Jesus, consider it a blessing and a responsibility. And answer the call with confidence. The problem is…most decline the call. Most. And that’s such a shame. Because, when you consider the awesome gift Jesus bought for you…and He wants to give you…why would you rather turn that down? Imagine…eternal life in paradise…where you’ll never fear death and dying … Read the rest…
The Tony Funderburk Podcast Episode 15 is available for listening or downloading. Click the blue button to hear words and music of faith hope and love”and a big dose of optimism. There’s no need to let discouragement rule the day. If you find that happening, you may be leaning on your own understanding. Remember…your understanding is limited to what your senses and intuition can … Read the rest…
In case you don’t already know…I’m gonna show you how to be happy where you are right now. How’s that for a pitch? Maybe where you are right now is a place full of anger, bitterness, and turmoil. There’s a way to be happy instead. Or maybe your life is going great, but you think something is missing, and you can’t quite put your … Read the rest…
Focus in on better things so you’re equipped to guard your hearts and minds. In Philippians 4:8-9 Paul shows us how focus is so important. Focus is a buzzword, nowadays, used by many motivational speakers and marketing gurus. But the focus they talk about almost never helps you to see how the God of peace will be with you. Paul actually uses a synonym for … Read the rest…
I’m grateful and thankful to God that I can be in this world but not of it. It’s an increasingly dangerous place to be, and it’s a great relief to my soul and spirit to know I don’t have to spend eternity here. It even inspired a song. Hit the blue button to listen. I previously mentioned how the Apostle Paul had dual citizenship … Read the rest…
