Christian Living

Legacy Builders 1) Invest in long term results. (v10) Paul pioneered the Corinthian church but Apollos built on it. In Paul's mind, it is never about himself. With the limited time spent in that place, he wants to build a Legacy.  When leave the church, what are we leaving behind. 2) Invest in eternity in mind. (v13-15) 3) Invest and build with their best resources. (v10-13) God is looking at the motivation from your heart. You can build with gold or straw. Gold is when you serve with love; straw is building with fame from others.  We are limited with time, energy, and money.  Three types of Giving: - Loose Change Giving  - Budget Giving  - Faith Giving  Your will should include giving to Christian ministries. 4) invest with or through the holy spirit. (v6-7) A legacy Builder invest when the Holy Spirit calls. Whatever you give will be like the five loaf and two fishes.  ------- True legacy is about leaving your money and education degrees to live in t...

Christianity is a Crutch for Weak People Collin Leong. March 5. 2025 There is a common saying or criticism that Christianity (or religion in general) is a "crutch for weak people." This idea suggests that some view religion as a psychological or emotional support system for those who cannot face life's challenges on their own. Critics often argue that faith is used as a way to cope with fear, insecurity, or uncertainty. This perspective has been discussed by various thinkers, including Sigmund Freud, who described religion as a form of "wish fulfillment" to provide comfort and protection. However, many Christians respond to this critique by emphasizing that faith is not about weakness but about recognizing human limitations and relying on God's strength. They argue that Christianity is not merely a crutch but a source of truth, hope, and transformation. Christians often address the critique that faith is a "crutch" by reframing the concept and high...