Scripture teaches that the Antichrist himself will not appear until after the Rapture of the Church, yet the satanic system that will empower him is already active in the world. John calls this present reality “the spirit of the antichrist,” which operates now in hostility toward God and truth (1 John 4:3), while Paul identifies it as “the mystery of lawlessness” already at work, restrained only until God removes that restraint (2 Th. 2:7). This system promotes rebellion, deception, centralized power, and unity apart from God, preparing the world for a future global ruler energized by Satan. When the Church is removed, restraint ends, lawlessness accelerates, and the Antichrist is revealed. For believers, this does not produce fear but confidence, because Christ promised deliverance before divine wrath and will gather His Church to Himself before judgment falls (1 Th. 4:16–17; 5:9; Rev. 3:10).
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A Biblical Attitude Toward Israel
Israel’s history, present condition, and future restoration are governed entirely by God’s sovereign promises. Though Israel has experienced failure and discipline, God’s covenant commitments remain intact, guaranteeing her preservation in the present and her national salvation and restoration when the Messiah returns. Scripture affirms that Israel’s future culminates in Christ’s reign from Jerusalem, demonstrating that God is faithful to His word and unfailing in the fulfillment of His purposes.
The Warning Passages in Hebrews
The warning passages in Hebrews have been understood in two primary ways. Some read them as threats of losing salvation, while others, especially within Reformed theology, interpret them as evidence that those who fall away were never truly saved. A third reading, which best fits the language, audience, and flow of the book, understands the warnings as real exhortations addressed to believers, with real consequences, but consequences that concern fellowship, discipline, usefulness, and reward, not the loss or proof of salvation. This reading allows the warnings to function with full force without undermining the finality of Christ’s saving work.
When Believers Celebrate God’s Victory Over the Wicked
Throughout Scripture there are instances where God’s people celebrate the destruction of their enemies, not out of personal vindictiveness, but in recognition of God’s righteous judgment and saving power. When Israel was delivered from Egypt, Moses and the people sang, “The LORD is a warrior; the LORD is His name. Pharaoh’s chariots and his army He has cast into the sea” (Ex 15:3-4). This song exalted God’s power and justice in overthrowing those who opposed His people. Similarly, Deborah and Barak sang after the defeat of Sisera and the Canaanite forces, praising God for granting victory (Judg 5:1-31). The psalms also contain imprecatory elements where God’s servants rejoice at His judgment on the wicked. One psalmist wrote, “The righteous will rejoice when he sees the vengeance; he will wash his feet in the blood of the wicked. And men will say, ‘Surely there is a reward for the righteous; surely there is a God who judges on earth!’” (Psa 58:10-11).
Balaam the Prophet Who Loved Unrighteous Gain
The story of Balaam is recorded in Numbers 22–24 (cf. Num 31:8, 16; Deut 23:4–5; 2 Pet 2:15; Jude 11; and Rev 2:14). It recounts how Balak, king of Moab, fearing Israel’s advance, summoned Balaam—a prophet from Mesopotamia—to curse God’s people. Though Balaam knew the true God and received divine revelation, his heart was corrupted by greed and ambition. Forbidden to curse Israel, he instead counseled Balak to ensnare them through idolatry and immorality. His life stands as a sobering paradox: a man who spoke profound truth and even foresaw the coming Messiah (Num 24:17), yet perished for loving “the wages of unrighteousness” (2 Pet 2:15).
Free Gift, Costly Road, Eternal Prize
This article affirms that salvation is entirely by God’s grace through faith in Christ alone, apart from works, and is permanent the moment one believes. Good works neither save nor keep a person saved, and no sin can undo the finished work of Christ. While eternal life is a free gift, discipleship is costly and requires daily obedience, reliance on the Spirit, and application of God’s Word. Believers may choose carnality, which damages testimony, brings divine discipline, and forfeits eternal rewards, but never results in loss of salvation. The Christian’s calling is to live purposefully for God’s glory, pursuing righteousness out of gratitude and with the goal of hearing Christ’s commendation at His judgment seat.
Genesis 6 and the Sons of God
This article examines the meaning of the phrase “sons of God” in Genesis 6:1–4, presenting three major interpretations. The first identifies them as the godly line of Seth intermarrying with the ungodly line of Cain. The second sees them as demon-possessed men. The third—and most strongly supported—view holds that the “sons of God” were fallen angels who took on human form and cohabited with women, producing a hybrid offspring. This view is reinforced by consistent usage of the Hebrew phrase bene ha-Elohim in reference to angels, supporting biblical texts (Job, 1 Pet 3:19-20; 2 Pet 2:4; Jude 6–7), and longstanding Jewish and early Christian interpretation.
Is Marijuana Spiritually Harmful?
Someone recently asked, “Do you think marijuana is harmful spiritually?” Yes, marijuana can be spiritually harmful—especially for believers who seek to live under the influence of the Holy Spirit and maintain a clear mind for godly thinking and decision-making. While Scripture doesn’t mention marijuana specifically, biblical principles give us solid footing for evaluating its spiritual impact. Discernment in areas not directly addressed in Scripture requires us to align our choices with God’s revealed will for righteousness and spiritual alertness (Rom 12:1-2).
False Additions to the Gospel
The gospel is good news precisely because it’s not about what we do for God, but about what He has done for us through Jesus Christ. When we add anything to faith—no matter how religious or heartfelt—we muddy the message of the gospel and rob it of its power. God’s offer of eternal life is simple and pure: “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). That’s it. No aisle to walk, no prayer to recite, no checklist to complete. Just trust in the crucified and risen Savior who paid it all. Strip away the clutter, and you’ll find a gospel that is truly grace from start to finish—free, full, and forever.
Solomon: The Saved King Who Worshiped Idols
Solomon stands as one of the most fascinating and tragic figures in biblical history. His life began with divine favor and spiritual clarity, but ended in failure and divine discipline. Yet the biblical evidence supports the conclusion that Solomon was regenerate—a child of God who, despite his later-life apostasy, remained eternally secure in God’s grace. His story illustrates both the high privilege of being chosen by God and the severe consequences of spiritual compromise. But it also affirms the unbreakable nature of God’s saving promises—that a believer, once saved, is always saved (John 10:28; Rom 11:29; 2 Tim 2:13).
Why Regeneration Does Not Precede Faith
Strict Calvinism, particularly in its Lordship Salvation expression, teaches that genuine faith inevitably produces a life of obedience, perseverance, and good works, since regeneration precedes faith and imparts a supernatural ability to believe and obey. However, this view confuses justification with sanctification by making ongoing obedience a necessary proof of salvation. Biblically, all people are spiritually dead and totally depraved (Rom 3:10-12; Eph 2:1), yet God’s prevenient grace and the convicting work of the Spirit enable unbelievers to respond freely in faith (John 16:8-11). Faith precedes regeneration (John 3:16; Eph 1:13), and eternal life is a free gift received by grace through faith alone in Christ alone, apart from works (Rom 4:5; Eph 2:8-9). While discipleship involves lifelong obedience and is rewarded, it is not a condition for salvation (1 Cor 3:12-15; 2 Tim 4:7-8). The Lordship view undermines assurance by tying it to performance, rather than to God’s unchanging promise (John 10:28-29; 1 John 5:13).
A Biblical Critique of Roman Catholic Doctrine
Though the Roman Catholic Church claims to uphold the grace of God in salvation, its official doctrines—particularly regarding justification, authority, the papacy, purgatory, the sacraments, priesthood, and Marian devotion—introduce theological errors that fundamentally distort the gospel message, adding human works, tradition, and ecclesiastical authority to what Scripture declares is received by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone (Rom 3:28; Gal 2:16; Eph 2:8-9).
What is a Spiritual Gift?
The Bible provides instruction about spiritual gifts, which are divine enablements given by God to Christians. Every Christian receives at least one spiritual gift, intended for use in ministering to others. These gifts are designed to benefit the body of Christ and contribute to its spiritual growth. However, not all spiritual gifts mentioned in the Bible are active today, as some have ceased. The gifts that remain operative in the church can be broadly categorized into two groups: speaking gifts and serving gifts. These gifts continue because they are essential for the edification of believers and the fulfillment of God’s purposes during the present Church Age. The gifts that remain active today are intended to build up the church (Rom 12:6-8; 1 Cor 12:28; Eph 4:11-12), equip believers for ministry, and promote unity and spiritual maturity (Eph 4:11-16). The proper exercise of these gifts operate within the framework of God’s revealed Word, which is fully sufficient for guiding Christians in matters of faith, conduct, and ministry (2 Tim 3:16-17; Jude 1:3).
The New Covenant
The Bible outlines key covenants revealing God's plan for humanity: the Noahic, Abrahamic, Mosaic, Davidic, and New Covenants. While the New Covenant offers spiritual blessings to the church, it is primarily directed towards Israel and awaits fulfillment during the millennial kingdom, emphasizing God's unwavering promises to both Israel and the church.
Does Acts 13:48 Support Unconditional Election?
Acts 13:48 doesn’t support a deterministic view of election. Instead, it reinforces the principle of positive volition—those already inclined toward the truth believed when they heard it. No coercion. No pre-programmed faith. Eternal life is free for the taking. But man’s volition determines the outcome. God does not force salvation on a select few while slamming the door on the rest. He has made eternal life available to all (John 3:16; 1 Tim 2:4; 2 Pet 3:9).
Does Acts 2:38 Teach Baptismal Regeneration?
In Acts 2:38, Peter calls his Jewish listeners to change their minds about Jesus and to be baptized as a public testimony of their faith. The passage, when properly interpreted, harmonizes with the broader biblical doctrine of salvation by grace alone through faith alone. Acts 2:38 does not teach baptismal regeneration.
Can Christians Turn Away from God?
Can Christians turn away from God after being saved? Yes, they can. Do they lose their salvation if this happens? No, they do not. Eternal life, once received, cannot be lost or forfeited. While there are consequences for turning away from God—such as divine discipline and the loss of rewards—losing eternal salvation is not one of them.
Degrees of Sin and Eternal Punishment
The Bible teaches that some sins are more severe than others and that God administers varying degrees of punishment (Luke 20:47; John 19:11). Consequently, some unbelievers will endure greater suffering in the lake of fire than others.
When Hiding is Wise
Scripture provides examples where hiding to avoid unnecessary persecution was a wise and faithful response. From Moses’ parents and Rahab to Obadiah and even Jesus Himself, we see that such actions, when motivated by faith and aligned with God’s will, can be both prudent and righteous. At the same time, believers must discern the proper moments to stand courageously and face persecution, as exemplified by Paul, who endured great suffering while remaining faithful to his mission. While some may hide for sinful reasons, there are certainly times when hiding is both wise and valid.
Unlimited Atonement
Unlimited atonement is the biblical teaching that Jesus died for everyone. Through His sacrificial death on the cross, Jesus bore the wrath of God by taking upon Himself the sins of all humanity and bearing the punishment that was due for our sins. His death on the cross paid the price for the sins of everyone. Jesus’ death for sins is the foundation for reconciliation with God because God judged our sins in the person of Christ, who died on the cross in our place.
Divine Discipline and Self Discipline
God’s discipline is His ongoing correction and training that results in His people living righteous lives that conform to His character and will. As God’s children, He expects us to learn self-discipline, which means exercising self-control and maintaining focus on the teachings and application of Scripture. Believers with positive volition have submissive hearts that align their wills with His.
Righteousness and Sin in the Life of the Christian
All of us as Christians experience a dual reality in our spiritual lives, being simultaneously justified and struggling with sin. Through faith in Christ, we receive judicial forgiveness, eternal life, and God’s imputed righteousness, which is the basis for our standing as righteous before Him. However, despite this positional righteousness, we continue to contend with our inherent sinful nature, leading to individual acts of sin throughout our lives.
When Jesus was Forsaken by the Father
Jesus, in His humanity, experienced a judicial separation from God the Father for three hours while bearing the punishment for our sins on the cross. Jesus’ judicial separation from the Father was necessary for Him to atone for humanity’s sins.
Faith Without Works is Dead
The debate over James 2:14-26 centers on faith, works, and salvation. Arminians and Catholics see faith and works as essential for salvation, while Reformed theologians view works as evidence of genuine faith. What James emphasizes is a faith that is useful to others and saves believers from divine discipline. For James, a dead faith is a useless faith that fails to glorify God and edify others.
When Jesus Says: “I Never Knew You”
Jesus warned His disciples about false prophets posing as righteous individuals, prioritizing man-made doctrines over God’s commandments. Different theological views interpret Matthew 7:15-23 differently, with Arminians emphasizing works alongside faith for salvation, proponents of Lordship Salvation highlighting the transformative nature of genuine faith, and Free Grace proponents asserting salvation as a gift from God, independent of human works. Jesus’ warning was against false prophets, not meant to instill fear or uncertainty in believers about their salvation.
Must We Confess Jesus Publicly to Be Saved?
The Bible teaches that faith in Jesus is necessary for eternal salvation (John 3:16; Acts 4:12; Eph 2:8-9). The passage in Romans 10:9-10 indicates that confession and belief occur simultaneously and are made to God. Confession is agreeing that Jesus is God and He rose from the dead, and it is inseparable from belief.
Challenging Calvinism’s Perspective on Salvation
The content discusses strict Calvinism, critiquing its doctrines and presenting a contrasting biblical view. It emphasizes disagreement with Calvinist teachings on total depravity and unconditional election and promotes the view of unlimited atonement. It asserts that individuals have the choice to accept or reject God's offer of salvation and presents a different perspective on God's sovereignty and fairness in salvation.
Divine Election
God’s election is a sovereign act from eternity past and is predicated on love and grace (Eph 1:3-6), and not on any foresight of good works (Deut 7:7-8; 1 Cor 1:26-31; Rom 9:9-16). God elects based on His foreknowledge, as Peter states, we are “chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father” (1 Pet 1:1-2), and the elect are saved through the preaching of a gospel message (Rom 10:14-17), and believing in Christ as their Savior (John 3:16; Acts 4:12; 16:31). The basis for condemnation is always a person’s unbelief (John 3:18; 5:39-40; Eph 2:3), as it is negative human volition that keeps people from coming to Christ (1 Tim 2:4; 4:10; John 5:40; Acts 7:51). Election is not merely to salvation, but to a holy and righteous life that honors the Lord (Col 3:12; 2 Th 2:13; 1 Pet 2:9).
God’s Gift of Righteousness
The Bible reveals that God imputes His righteousness to the believer at the moment of salvation. The word imputation itself is an accounting term used both in the Old Testament and the New Testament (Gen 15:6; Psa 32:2; Rom 4:3-8; Gal 3:6). Biblically, there are three major imputations that relate to our standing before God.
What is Free Grace Theology?
Free Grace Theology is a theological perspective within Protestant Christianity that emphasizes salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone (Eph 2:8-9), in Christ alone (John 14:6; Acts 4:12), totally apart from any human effort or good works (Rom 3:28; 4:4-5; 11:6; Gal 2:16; 2 Tim 1:9; Tit 3:5). It affirms that eternal salvation is “the gift of God” (Eph 2:8), and is exclusively in Christ, as we are “justified as a gift by His grace through the redemption which is in Christ Jesus” (Rom 3:24), for “the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Rom 6:23). Salvation is a gift, free to all who want it, at no cost whatsoever to the recipient, no strings attached, without charge or obligation to give anything, and freely received by those who trust solely in Jesus as their Savior.
Guilty Before God
The Bible reveals God is “the Judge of all the earth” (Gen 18:25), and He “is a righteous judge” (Psa 7:11), and He “judges righteously” (Jer 11:20), and “will by no means leave the guilty unpunished” (Ex 34:7). Yet, the Bible also reveals God is “merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness and truth” (Psa 86:15), and One “Who pardons all your iniquities” (Psa 103:3), when we come to Him in honesty and humility.
Saved by Grace Alone, Through Faith Alone, in Christ Alone
The gospel is the solution to a problem. The problem for us is that God is holy, mankind is sinful, and we cannot save ourselves. Salvation is never what we do for God; rather, it’s what He’s done for us through the Person and work of Jesus who is the Son of God incarnate (John 1:1, 14; 20:31; Heb 1:8; 1 John 4:2), whose sacrificial death on the cross atoned for our sins (Rom 6:10; Heb 7:27; 1 Pet 3:18), who was resurrected (Rom 6:9; 1 Cor 15:3-4), and who grants eternal life to those who place their trust solely in Him (John 3:16-18; 10:28; Acts 4:12; 16:31). Jesus died for everyone (John 3:16; Heb 2:9; 1 John 2:2), but the benefits of the cross, such as forgiveness of sins (Eph 1:7), and eternal life (John 10:28), are applied only to those who believe in Him as Savior.
Toughminded and Tenderhearted
The teachings of Jesus in Matthew 10:16 and Luke 16:1-9 call believers to navigate the challenges of the world with a balanced approach, being “shrewd as serpents” by exercising wisdom and strategic thinking, while also remaining harmless “as sheep” and “innocent as doves” by maintaining honesty and moral purity. These lessons underscore the importance of discernment, strategic use of resources, learning from both positive and negative examples, and ultimately leveraging worldly aspects for eternal purposes. The overall message advocates for a harmonious blend of toughness of mind and tenderness of heart in the pursuit of a wise and righteous life.
The Value of Jesus’ Death for God and Christians
Jesus’ suffering and death on the cross has both infinite and eternal value for both God the Father as well as those trust in Christ as their Savior. From the divine perspective, Jesus is “the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29), and this because He went to the cross as the Father directed (John 6:68; 12:27; cf., 26:39, 42), and died in our place (Rom 5:8; 1 Cor 15:3-4), “the just for the unjust, so that He might bring us to God” (1 Pet 3:18), and we are redeemed “with precious blood, as of a lamb unblemished and spotless, the blood of Christ” (1 Pet 1:19).
Jesus Died Twice on the Cross
This article discusses the significance of Jesus experiencing spiritual and physical death on the cross to atone for humanity's sins. It explains that spiritual death means separation from God in time, and how Jesus bore both types of death to fully represent and redeem humanity. The separation from God was temporary and necessary for atonement.
What Jesus Suffered in the Hours Prior to His Crucifixion
Jesus loved the Father (John 14:31) and submitted Himself to do the Father’s will (Matt 26:39-44; cf. Rom 5:19; Phil 2:5-8), which included enduring the illegal trials of His accusers, as well as the eventual mockings, beatings, and crucifixion. All that Jesus suffered was prophesied in Scripture (Gen 3:15; Psa 22:16-18; Isa 50:4-7; 52:14; 53:3-12; Matt 26:67-68; Mark 10:32-34). God the Father was in complete control of the circumstances surrounding the trials and crucifixion of Jesus (Acts 2:23; 4:27-28). Though unjustly attacked, Jesus knew He was doing the Father’s will (John 6:38; 10:14-18; 12:27; 18:11) and did not retaliate against His attackers (1 Pet 2:21-23).
Who Crucified Jesus?
Who crucified Jesus? According to the testimony of Scripture, Jesus’ death on the cross was the result of: 1) God the Father who sent Him, 2) Jesus who willingly went to the cross, 3), Satan who worked through others to help crucify Him, 4) unbelieving Jews, and 5) unbelieving Gentiles.
The Cross & Crucifixion of Jesus
The cross overshadowed the life of Jesus, and He knew dying for lost sinners was the ultimate purpose of the Father. When facing the cross, Jesus said, “Now My soul has become troubled; and what shall I say, ‘Father, save Me from this hour ‘? But for this purpose I came to this hour” (John 12:27). For lost sinners, the cross of Christ is both personal and purposeful. It is personal, because “Christ died for us” (Rom 5:8), “for our sins” (1 Cor 15:3), and “not for ours only, but also for those of the whole world” (1 John 2:2). And His death was purposeful, "so that He might bring us to God” (1 Pet 3:18), and that we might “reconciled to God through the death of His Son” (Rom 5:10). The cross is God’s righteous solution to the problem of sin, as well as His greatest display of love toward sinners. At the cross, God judged our sin as His righteousness required, and pardons the sinner as His love desires. To understand the cross of Christ is to understand the heart of God toward a fallen world He wants to save.
Jesus’ Return with His Saints
When Jesus returns to the earth after the time of the seven year Tribulation, He will establish His kingdom on earth. This is a time when humanity will be saved from the tyranny of Satan who currently rules over the earth. At His Second Coming, it is written, “And the armies which are in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, were following Him on white horses” (Rev 19:14).
Jesus’ Return for His Saints
The eschatological subject of the Rapture of the church can be related the study of Soteriology because it is regarded as a form of deliverance. When Messiah returns at the end of the church age, He will deliver His church from an evil world and a coming judgment that will last for seven years (Read Revelation chapters 6-18). A distinction is here drawn between Jesus coming for His saints at the Rapture, and Jesus coming with His saints at His Second Coming (Dan 7:13-14; Matt 19:28; 25:31; Rev 19:11-21). Jesus is now in heaven preparing a place for believers to be with Him there (John 14:1-3). Paul revealed Jesus will return for His church and that all Christians will be “caught up” to meet the Lord in the air (1 Th 4:13-18).
The Purposeful Suffering of Christ: A Look at Isaiah 53
It is in the understanding of the suffering and death of Christ that the sinner appreciates God’s great love and the price that was paid for our salvation. Christ suffered in our place, bearing the penalty that rightfully belongs to us. Scripture tells us that “Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, so that He might bring us to God” (1 Pet 3:18a). Perhaps no section of Scripture in the Old Testament bears greater testimony to this truth than Isaiah 52:13 through 53:12, in which the prophet reveals the Messiah as the Suffering Servant.
The God-Man: Understanding the Deity and Humanity of Jesus
At a point in time, the eternal Son of God added humanity to Himself, simultaneously becoming God and man, Creator and creature, the unique theanthropic person (John 1:1, 14, 18; 8:58; 10:33; 20:28; Col 2:9; Heb 1:8). Jesus is the God-man and exists in hypostatic union, as a single Person with a divine and human nature (John 1:1, 14; 1 John 4:2-3), both natures being distinct and preserved, not mixed or confused, fully God and fully man.
Who is the One Who Saves?
The article discusses four views on salvation. Autosoterism believes in self-saving through good works, failing to understand God's righteousness and human depravity. Syntheosoterism adds human works to faith in Christ, nullifying the gospel. Posttheosoterism starts with faith and later adds works for salvation, like the Galatian Christians. Solatheosoterism teaches salvation by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, without human works.
Free Grace Salvation
Free grace salvation means we are forgiven, justified, and saved solely by God’s grace, and not by any human effort or merit. All humanity is inherently sinful and unable to earn entrance into heaven. Our good works do not save. They never have and never will. Salvation is entirely a work of God. He offers it to sinful humanity as a gift, given freely and unconditionally to all who believe in Jesus Christ as Savior, believing He died for our sins, was buried, and raised again on the third day (1 Cor 15:3-4). Faith in Christ is the only condition for salvation.
Two Fathers, Two Kingdoms: Understanding Spiritual Identity in a Divided World
Everyone we meet has two fathers. Everyone. They have a biological father and a spiritual father. Biblically, their spiritual father is either God or Satan. The Pharisees incorrectly thought they were children of God, and said to Jesus, “The only Father we have is God himself” (John 8:41). Here’s an example were perception was not equal to reality. Jesus refuted them, saying, “You are from below, I am from above; you are of this world, I am not of this world” (John 8:23), and “You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father” (John 8:44a). According to William Hendriksen, “Identity of inner passions and desires establishes spiritual descent: they are constantly desiring to carry out the wishes of the devil; so he must be their father. The devil desires to kill and to lie, and so do they.”[2] We live in a divided world where “the good seed are the sons of the kingdom; and the tares are the sons of the evil one” (Matt 13:38; cf., 1 John 3:10).
The Biblical Perspective on Supporting Ministry
The apostle Paul was committed to the Lord and to the ministry to which he was called. The Lord was faithful to provide for him and to meet his basic needs. Sometimes others supported Paul and his ministry, and in this way, were conduits of God’s grace. At others times, Paul’s needs were met when God opened doors for him to have employment. Either way, God provided. And Paul trusted the Lord, whatever his situation, whether he had few resources or many.
Beyond the Fragrance: The Enduring Legacy of a Good Name
Solomon wrote, “A good name is better than a good perfume, and the day of one’s death is better than the day of one’s birth” (Eccl 7:1). A good name speaks of a good character, and a good character is more desirable than a good perfume. The death of the righteous is like the setting of the sun on a beautiful day, with bright rays shining through the clouds and lighting the sky on fire for all to enjoy and revel in its glory.
The Exclusivity and Sufficiency of Christ for Salvation
In Acts 4:1 Peter states that salvation can only be found through Jesus Christ. It is necessary to trust in Jesus alone for salvation, and this salvation is a free gift from God that cannot be earned through works. Jesus died for everyone, but only those who believe in Him as their Savior will receive the benefit of salvation. Trusting in Jesus as Savior brings forgiveness of sins, eternal life, and spiritual blessings. This decision is crucial, as it determines both the quality of life in this world and eternal destiny afterwards.
Godly Leadership: A Different Metric for Measuring Success
The article discusses the qualities of successful leaders and how they are measured by their outcomes, which should be achieved with high moral standards. However, when considering those called into service by the Lord, success is measured by faithfulness to God, His Word, and the call itself, rather than output or results. The article provides examples of godly leaders such as Noah, Moses, and Joshua, who were faithful to the Lord, even though their guidance was rejected by others. The main point of the article is that success among God’s leaders is not based on positive outcomes but rather on faithfulness to the Lord.
Being a Christian Servant: What it Does NOT Mean
Being a godly servant glorifies God, benefits others in their walk with the Lord, and helps us advance to spiritual maturity. Having a servant’s heart is in line with that of our Lord, Jesus Christ, who said, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give … Continue reading Being a Christian Servant: What it Does NOT Mean