The virtue of contentment is not natural to the human heart. Even back in the early church materialism was a danger that Paul was led to warn others off.
At the heart of genuine Christianity, is a stunningly "other" way of life—the cross life. In a world defined by the dynamics of law, wisdom and power, is your life defined by the otherness of the cross?
The purpose of Jesus' life was to go to the cross to die. What was a Roman crucifixion like?
Alcohol is the most destructive drug in general use today. The reasons for drinking are various but the results of using liquor are the same; broken homes and broken lives. But the real question for those who are Christians and drink is "What does God think of my using alcohol?"
The Holy Spirit pleads with lost souls to be saved today. Too many people put Him off and say, "There's plenty of time, I'll get saved later." If you are doing this do you realize the danger you are putting yourself in?
This article is a dialogue between Roger Hertzler and an atheist he met on the street. Roger makes some very thought provoking statements that point to the God that he believes in.
Death is a result of sin; and it is an enemy we all face. Medical science and health advocates are continually seeking ways to prolong life and delay the process of death. They would like to destroy death. But death is all inclusive and certain. It does not miss anyone. What can we do?
One who steals deprives another of property that rightfully belongs to that person. Life today offers a hundred ways to be dishonest that we may be tempted to try in order to get ahead. Although you may never become a house breaker you still might be a thief.
Deterioration defines many homes in American society. What is God's plan for Christian homes, and how can we prevent deterioration in our own homes?
What we do reflects our own desires and not what the devil, Mother Nature, or anyone else has forced on us. Let’s face it\: our actions tell the world who our owner is - the devil or Christ.
God’s great delight in humanity is evident, strong, deep, and nearly incomprehensible. But... there are some really messy situations out there.
Everyone has sinned —and so every one of us is guilty before God, and every one of us needs to be saved. By responding to Jesus Christ in faith we can find His divine salvation.
Marriage, which God instituted at Creation, is recognized worldwide as a wholesome relationship. Jesus reiterated His Father's original intent of marriage as a lifelong arrangement., and the apostles noted that marriage is a type of Christ and His Bride, the church. How does divorce fit in?
The Church is both an organism and an organization. It consists of one body of believers with Jesus Christ as the Head and the members of the body functioning as the Head may direct. May we cherish it and spend our lives in promoting its interests and in glorifying its Head.
What is the election of God? Does it mean that some people will automatically be saved and others not?