1 Korintus 7:8-9

As New York pastor Rich Villodas defines it, a deeply formed life is a life marked by integration, intersection, intertwining, and interweaving, holding together multiple layers of spiritual formation. This kind of life calls us to be people who cultivate lives with God in prayer, move toward reconciliation, work for justice, have healthy inner lives, and see our bodies and sexuality as gifts to steward.

If you’ve ever had questions about the Bible, you’re in good company! We've all been there. Sometimes, parts of the Bible can be really confusing. In this Bible Plan, we'll discuss some of the passages that can be hard to understand and learn some helpful tips for exploring Scripture.

Mengasihi Tuhan dan mengasihi sesama adalah perintah yang terutama bagi setiap orang percaya, seperti yang dinyatakan oleh Yesus. Yang membedakan kita sebagai orang percaya dalam menjalin hubungan adalah kita membangunnya berlandaskan kasih Tuhan. Kasih yang Tuhan sudah berikan dan tunjukkan kepada kita adalah kasih yang kita teruskan dalam hubungan dengan orang lain, sehingga mereka juga dapat merasakan kasih luar biasa yang sudah kita terima.

Money handlers at the Treasury learn to spot counterfeit bills by familiarizing themselves with intricate patterns found in the real thing. Likewise, understanding the brokenness of sexual sin begins with God’s design for authentic sexual intimacy. The sacredness of human sexuality transcends the physical act itself. It reflects God’s holiness, His relationship within the Trinity, and His desire to conform your body, soul, and mind to the image of Christ.