Gaining a Perspective of Realism

The real Christian life is one of abiding in Jesus Christ—without Christ you can do nothing. Many Christians have lost vitality in their spiritual lives because they just go through the motions but in reality are living lives that are severed from Jesus Christ.

At the moment of salvation, we were spared from a future of utter despair in hell. But what about those who do not know Jesus? They have the same future ahead—are we in anguish for them? Do grief and agony and weaping overflow from a heartfelt concern for lost souls?

Relationships in the home are not guaranteed to be painless. Before something happens, why not take a second look and evaluate, in light of Scripture, what risks and responsibilities accompany your relationships with siblings, parents, children, spouse, and in-laws?

Have you been separated from a loved one for an extended period of time? Now imagine being separated from your loved ones for all eternity.