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Better understanding the ‘Fruit of the Spirit’ and how it works in Christians

Nov 5, 2019

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What if there were nine virtues that all Christians inevitably show in their lives? I think there is. Let me explain. Karpos In the New Testament, the Greek word karpos comes up several times. Sometimes it is translated as “crop,” and others, as “fruit.” Here are some examples: In the well-known Parable of the Sower…

Your Legacy [Podcast]

Nov 4, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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Have you ever thought about your legacy? About what you will leave behind after your time on earth is done? When Jesus talks about people producing a “crop” in the Parable of the Sower, he’s touching on this very thing. Leaving a crop means showing evidence of God’s Spirit and love working through you. And it’s…

When does human life begin?

Aug 27, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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To explore this controversial question, I’ll look at the background in Canada and some biblical texts. What I say puts me in the minority, but I feel its the most loving approach for the most amount of people.

What Christian parents are told to teach their children?

Jun 25, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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God wants the best for his children. Shouldn’t we want the same for ours? This post reminds Christian parents what matters most and why it matters.

The Cardinal Virtue [Podcast]

May 5, 2019

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Matthew Ruttan

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We all know that love is important, right? Jesus tells us to love God with our whole being, and to love our neighbours as ourselves (Mark 12:28-34). In 1 Corinthians 13: 13 we are famously reminded, “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” Plus, Jesus even tells…