Author: Bogdan Kipko
-
Four Incredibly Important Things To Consider When Searching For Your Future Spouse
If you are single, there is a 9 out of 10 chance that you will get married. No matter how hopeless you think your situation may be, the odds are definitively in your favor. I am not too worried about you finding a spouse. I am more concerned about this generation of young people staying with…
-
How Should Christians Approach The Subject Of Suicide
In the wake of what happened over the weekend, I have connected with literally hundreds of people that have been impacted by a loved one taking their own life, or those that have had suicidal thoughts and have considered taking their own life on numerous occasions. The post that I wrote yesterday, which was titled: What Happens…
-
What Happens To A Christian If They Commit Suicide?
In light of the recent tragedy that took place in which Pastor Rick Warren’s son took his own life, I have been bombarded by questions about what the Bible says about suicide. First off, I want to extend my deepest condolences to Pastor Rick Warren and their entire family. I had the privilege of being in…
-
Five Things To Consider Before You Quit Or Give Up
You are going through something in your life right now and you are absolutely ready to give up. You can’t take it anymore. It is just too frustrating and you are not seeing immediate results. I want to encourage you today by saying the following: Do not quit or give up whatever “it” is. The…
-
The Promise Of Paradise In The Cross Of Christ
When Jesus was on the cross, he was surrounded by two thieves. Both were guilty but only one realized it. People who were punished justly were hung next to the One who justifies. The sinless Judge experienced the treatment reserved for the most sinful of transgressors.
-
Four Reasons Why Going Through Hell Brings About Healing
In this life, suffering is inevitable. But it is not insurmountable. Every one of us will suffer in various ways and degrees. It might be a betrayal by a friend. It might be false accusations or slander. It might be physical or emotional abuse. It might be a maligning of your character. If you suffered unjustly, there is…
-
Are Christians Being Biblical By Boycotting “Bad” Companies ?
There has been a huge brouhaha brewing over whether followers of Jesus should withdraw their patronage from companies that are not explicitly Christian. Is this a Biblical mandate or a matter of individual conscience? What do we do when companies that we frequent on a daily basis or use their products on the regular – propose or promote an…
-
How To Launch An English Service Within The Context Of A Russian Church
This past Sunday, we celebrated six months since the launch of a brand new English service at The Slavic Church | Orange County. It has been exhilarating to see what Jesus has done in just half a year. By some estimates, less than five percent of Russian churches in the United States have launched a…
-
Ten Ridiculously Ambitious Things I Want To Accomplish Before Turning 30 In Exactly One Year
This past Saturday, I turned twenty-nine. I have never been more excited or pumped about the future, than I am right now. Even though I don’t know what the future holds, I do know Who holds that future. And so far, it has been quite a journey. The Bible says that our life is like…
-
The Biblical Basis For Hating Death And Desiring To Die
I hate death. Ironically though, I cannot wait to die. Why? Because my life is about pursuing Christ and my death will be the finale when I will meet with Christ, face to face. The Bible also teaches us to hate what God hates. So when I say that I hate death, I am just trying…