“How do you plead?” the judge asked. I swallowed. I hadn’t realized how difficult this would be. “Guilty,” I answered. Guilty. We have all felt guilty at one time or another. More than that, we have all been guilty.
What is the connection between a disturbed mind and easy access to a gun? Between a sinful nature and the people, things, or activities that lead a person into doing wrong? Jesus promoted “gun control” on a personal level two thousand years ago.
Do you know the history and meaning behind Halloween? Should Christians participate in Halloween festivities? Is it possible for Christians to have homes with "hallowed evenings"? Yes indeed! Listen and learn how.
Is Halloween just innocent fun? Where did this holiday originate? Why do people still observe it today? Do you know the meanings behind some of the common symbols associated with Halloween? Is it okay for Christians to celebrate this day? If you cannot answer these questions, read on....
There is NOTHING any of us can do to bridge the distance between a holy God and our sinful selves who long for peace, forgiveness and joy. This is bad news indeed! But.... there is good news! Have you heard it?
Evangelism was a very important part of the work of the early church. Christians went everywhere telling the good news. But as we read Acts and the epistles we can see that the work of evangelism gradually changed. This essay suggests making evangelism a church calling as well as a personal one.
Do you feel spiritually unsatisfied, unfulfilled, or empty? Spiritual hunger only has one real answer: Jesus. He is enough!
When the angel came to Joseph, he told him that Mary's child was coming to "save his people from their sins." What, if any, conditions accompany the promised salvation?
Is the route you are traveling taking you away from God? If so, it’s time to make a U-turn. God asks you to repent—to do an about-face. If you don’t, the consequences will be disastrous.
A call to examine the teaching of 1 Corinthians 11, our roles in God's headship order as outlined in this passage, and a challenge to humility and obedience in our acceptance and application of the principles explained in it
Is this your answer? When I arrive at the pearly gate, I hope I will be good enough. God says, “By grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works, lest any man should boast” (Ephesians 2:8, 9).
What is holiness? Is holiness in real life really necessary for believers?
Holiness is 100% of our heart loving God. God is holy, separated to the spiritual. But holiness must not be confused with morality. Morality is a secondary requirement; the first is holiness. "Be ye holy, for I am holy." A trumpet call to "holiness," without which no man shall see the Lord"!
What are the marks of homes that bloom for God? Just as blossoms vary in color, shape, and scent, so will homes vary; in talents, callings and abilities. But there is be one foundational principle in which every godly home is rooted: the goal to glorify God and bless His kingdom.
Christians speak of "being saved." What is this all about?