BIBLE TOPICS
Biblical Caring
Caring for Others | |
Actions The Bible instructs us to care for each other — for our families, those in need, and other believers. Fortunately, it also tells us how. Read more... | |
Attitudes Matthew 5 shows how much Jesus expects our attitudes to match our obedient actions. When good actions come from righteous attitudes, it proves we don't act for selfish reasons. Read more... | |
Resiliance When caring for others, patience, resiliance, and humility are essential. It takes more than an impulsive desire to help; it takes God-fueled empathy. Read more... | |
Authority in Caring The concept of authority gives order to caring for others, but it also adds a kink in the system. Jesus' view is that the greatest servants should be those in authority. Read more... | |
Caring for Ourselves | |
Sickness — Health We can't care for others unless we take care of ourselves. This includes taking care of our health, including taking preventative measures to make sure we don't get sick. Read more... | |
Diseases & Medical Conditions Caring for fallen people in a fallen world will inevitably involve health problems. What does the Bible say about disease and poor health? Read more... | |
Nutrition Caring for ourselves and for others often involves food. Why should we eat healthfully? What about genetically modified food? Is there hope for those struggling with eating disorders? Read more... | |
Emotional Health Grief, shame, regret — we all deal with negative emotions. Whether they're temporary, situation-based emotions or clinical, chronic struggles, God's Word in Scripture can help. Read more... | |
Depression Characters in the Bible suffered from depression. Moses and David showed signs, and especially Jeremiah. How did they find encouragement in God, even in their suffering? Read more... | |
Feelings and Emotions David's Psalms are proof that Christ-followers can have strong feelings, not all of them healthy. What the Bible has to say about bitterness, loneliness, insecurity, and others. Read more... |
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