At the core of the Christian life is the mercy of God. Only when we make our first priority to pass along the mercy we've been given can the rest of what is being a Christian follow...

Christians are to pass along what they've been given, and if we don't much of the impact we are to have on the world...like compassion, help, etc...doesn't happen. It can't. To be truly Christian is to give what's been given.

Continuing the discussion about a critical aim of the Christian life: to pass along what has been given to you!

Linebackers have a one particularly important job, so do Christians.

You may not realize it, but God's up to some good stuff with you. I can think of 5 ways right off the top of my head!

What is a Christian to do when the world seems to be coming undone – when division, strife and anger are rampant, tolerated and even encouraged? Look in the mirror – no one is exempt, we all need the mercy and forgiveness of God. Love someone, sacrificially – this is the basic, simple and demonstrated life of Christ. And, don't lie – ever.

Sacrificial...um, Christian...love requires some intentionality. It's not natural. Here're 4 tips!