Meditations on the Name of God
I AM.
It is fitting that the God of all being should use the simplest expression in human language to communicate: I AM. I exist. I am Reality. All that is is of Me. In fact, a thoughtful meditation on this simplest of expressions, I AM, reveals much of who this God is. We may find, that... Continue Reading
The Path to Wisdom
Solomon gives us four qualities of wisdom that must be mastered if we are going to walk in a manner worthy of the gospel as mature Christians.
We must begin by fearing the Lord and trusting entirely in Him. That’s the beginning of the Christian life. Proverbs 3:5 and 6 say, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” That is... Continue Reading
Three Reasons to Study Historical Theology
Recognizing Christ’s Work in His Church Throughout History
To ignore godly teachers of the past is to ignore the very means Christ has given for the edification of the church (Eph. 4:11–16). As we humbly receive the wisdom of those who carried the torch of doctrinal fidelity before us, we can live in greater understanding of the theological language we use today, becoming... Continue Reading
Suffering Leads to Glory (Psalm 22:22-31)
The resurrection means that Jesus is vindicated, you are included, and that God’s church will keep growing.
Do you ever doubt if Jesus’ death was sufficient to atone for your sins? God doesn’t, so you don’t have to either. The resurrection is proof that Jesus did the work that he set out to accomplish at the cross, and that work is sufficient for your need and mine, that God was satisfied with... Continue Reading
Christians Are a Last Days People
Thinking Through What Time It Is
Christians are a Last Days people and will continue to be, until Christ’s return. Let’s not get caught up in the Speculation Industry that promotes confusion, distorts biblical texts, and deceives people far and wide. The Lord Jesus will return in great glory and splendor. But his return isn’t prompted by or connected to a... Continue Reading
Psalm 136 and the Blessing of Spiritual Speed Bumps
“for his steadfast love endures forever.”
Every aspect of your life story is underscored and interwoven with God’s love. You and I never “move on” from remembering and basking in his steadfast love. We never graduate from the school of his love. It’s the spiritual air we breathe, the oxygen we need as we embrace blessings, endure hardship, and wrestle with... Continue Reading
4 Reasons Why the Bible Does Not Support Transgenderism
Our Bodies are Given to Us as a Gift
God created human beings in his image as male and female (Gen. 1:26–27). Our bodies are good gifts given to us by God that we are to use for his glory (1 Cor. 6:12–20). As a God of order and design, God opposes the confusion of man as woman and woman as man.[6] This point about... Continue Reading
In a Scrolling World, Are We Numb to the Resurrection’s Shock?
On Easter, a third of the planet’s population honors the day in history when Jesus Christ rose from the dead.
Easter is an annual remembrance of a historical event that’s still being celebrated, arguably on a greater scale than ever, nearly 2,000 years later. That’s because it’s the biggest news story of your life, or any life—even of those who shrug it off or scroll right past it. Can you remember any top world news headlines... Continue Reading
After the Resurrection
Forty Days of Appearances and Teaching
“He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God” (Acts 1:3). Ponder the powerful effect that these proofs and teachings would have had on the disciples. What a unique and precious period of their earthly lives to have such encounters... Continue Reading
Waiting in an Age of Instant Gratification
Media has become an integral part of life itself. Our lives have become dominated by the digital.
As Christians living in an age of instant gratification, we will no doubt succumb to the pleasures of Egypt from time to time. But more importantly, the Christian knows that nothing in this age can bring ultimate gratification. For that, we seek the city that is to come (Hebrews 13:14). Time seemed to move at... Continue Reading
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