Author: gfirest

To Tithe Or Not To Tithe: Is Tithing Still Required After The Resurrection?

Many Christian debate on whether tithing is still required after Jesus’ death and resurrection. But before we go into the subject, we must define what tithing is and is not. Tithing Versus GivingPeople often confuse tithing with giving, and they’re apt to use these words interchangeably like they mean the same thing. But Old Testament… Continue reading To Tithe Or Not To Tithe: Is Tithing Still Required After The Resurrection?

Is Gay Sex OK As Long As Both People Are Happy? What Is it That Makes Something Right or Wrong? (An Honest Discussion with Non-Christians)

Often Christians are accused of being mean spirited because they oppose gay marriage or are against gay sex in general. I can’t say that all Christians show love and compassion to those in the LGBTQ community. However, I wish they did. But sadly, Christians too, are in desperate need of a Savior. We all need… Continue reading Is Gay Sex OK As Long As Both People Are Happy? What Is it That Makes Something Right or Wrong? (An Honest Discussion with Non-Christians)

What Can I Do To Earn What God Gave Me For Free?

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Below is a letter based on what I wrote to Ron, a Christian who thinks he’s a filthy rag and unworthy of love because of his sins. If you struggle with trying to do enough to please God, then this may be helpful to you. Please know that you are no longer in debt. Jesus… Continue reading What Can I Do To Earn What God Gave Me For Free?

Can We Handle Prosperity? Are We Too Small Minded To Receive God’s Worldly Blessings?

Those who love Jesus want to get it right. Yet often, we’re caught up in the minutia and tend to overcomplicate things. For example: Some may ask: Is it a sin to take pride in my accomplishments? Or in my case, “Is it wrong to delight because I’m free of student loan debt and have… Continue reading Can We Handle Prosperity? Are We Too Small Minded To Receive God’s Worldly Blessings?

Don’t Believe The Hype!

I had few pleasures growing up in New York City. But one thing I really enjoyed was going to the movies. I remember back in 1989 I was so excited to see the much acclaimed “Batman” with Michael Keaton. I’ll never forget that experience. There were so many commercials, so many flyers, so many advertisements.… Continue reading Don’t Believe The Hype!

Why Good People Go To Hell

Even in old age, my mom is still a head turner. She’s always been pretty. Always been hard working and always persevered. When we were kids, mom worked three jobs to keep us in an expensive apartment in Midtown Manhattan. Back in the 80’s I remember how hard she fought to support us when my… Continue reading Why Good People Go To Hell

A Mess In Progress

Often, it’s the slow learners who make the best teachers. I should know. Ten years after being a Christian, I was still seeing prostitutes. Twenty years after being a Christian, I was still in the grips of pornography. I’m free of that now. But realistically, what if I went back to it all tomorrow? Would… Continue reading A Mess In Progress