The Bible warns us to not lean upon our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5). Even when we think we totally understand what’s going on, we should not lean upon our understanding. What seems so right to us can turn out to be so wrong. The Bible states …
Many religions and denominations exist in our world today. They all claim to have a way to get right with God. But Jesus said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no man comes to the Father but through Me” (John 14:6, NASB). …
“You just need to have faith in God.” Has anybody ever said that to you? Or have you ever said that to someone else? Sometimes, it may be appropriate to say that. At other times, it’s merely a religious cliché. Or, perhaps it’s a sign of …
So many people in the world today have no positive expectation beyond the grave. To them, all roads lead to death and end at death. They say we are born, we live, and then we die, end of story. It is true that if the Lord …
People will find ways to exploit just about anything these days. Sad but true the precious gospel of our Lord is no exception. Moreover, the success of some of our controversial TV preachers suggests that people of faith tend to be gullible with respect to the …
I am glad we have an annual day called Easter or Resurrection Day, or whatever you call it. It’s the time of the year that the preaching of the cross at Calvary becomes front and center. This should not happen only at Eastertime. But that’s my …
God allows us to be tested at times. I know that’s not pleasant theology. But we all know it’s true. Perhaps some of you who read this post are currently experiencing a test. Or perhaps, you have been tested in the past but now God has …
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life” (John 3:16, NASB). Almost all of us know this verse. It is one of the most well-known verses in the Bible. …
Significant lifestyle changes have been legislated in America over the years. We have legalized abortion. Same-sex marriage is now legal. In some states, we have legalized the smoking of marijuana. Only God in heaven knows what will be next. So, how can we properly navigate the …
