"Not everyone who says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven.” (Matthew 7:21) The inspired scriptures teach what GOD expects of us. Within the pages of the Bible the will of God is clearly defined and established, leaving no doubt about... Continue Reading →
Resilient Evangelism
In Matthew 28:18-20, Jesus commanded His Apostles to go into all the world and make disciples of every nation. They embraced this mission and worked tirelessly to fulfill it. However, it came at a great cost. Peter, John, and others were frequently threatened. They were imprisoned, and they even faced the loss of their lives... Continue Reading →
Reigniting Passion Through the Gospel Only
The Gospel is GOD’S power to save (Romans 1:16). This truth should light a fire within us, defining what true success looks like and how it is obtained. However, we sometimes lose sight of this purpose. Our forgetfulness often comes from worldly thinking. One challenge we face when trying to uphold the Gospel with worldly... Continue Reading →
The Consequences of Ignoring Your Relationship with God
In the Old Testament book of Hosea as chapter 8 begins, Hosea describes the Assyrians as swooping down like an eagle against the house of Israel. The call to set the trumpet to their mouths signified inevitability—it was not about being ready if it happened but being prepared to sound the alarm when it happened.... Continue Reading →
Walking the Talk
What we say only has value if our actions are consistent with our words. In 1st John 1:6 If we say we have fellowship with Him, the supportive action will be walking in the light. Just saying we have fellowship with GOD does not make it so. If we say we do but are walking... Continue Reading →
Do not be deceived thereby…
In Proverbs 20:1, Solomon describes wine as a mocker and strong drink as raging. Whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. Wine mocks, derides, ridicules and teases its consumer. Allowing ourselves to be deceived by it shows a lack of wisdom. What will be the evidence of one who has allowed themselves to be deceived... Continue Reading →
The Irrevocable Faith of Daniel
As result of jealousy, Daniel’s adversaries sought to rid themselves of him by finding fault against him regarding kingdom matters. However, Daniel was found above reproach within the Medo Persian empire. Those seeking his downfall turned to His greatest strength in an effort to destroy him, that being his loyalty to His GOD and GOD’S... Continue Reading →
Stop Procrastinating: Take Action Now!
“Do it now! Now? No…. I’ll do it tomorrow.” “Be Christ-like… absolutely, that’s important.” “Do it now!” “Now? Nah, I’ll do it tomorrow…” “Study the word of GOD more… definitely, that’s important.” “Do it now!” “Now? Maybe tomorrow…” “Tell my neighbor about Jesus… for sure, that’s important.” “Then do it now!” “Now? Now is not... Continue Reading →
GOD’S Predestination and Man’s Choice
In Ephesians 1:7, Paul speaks of the beloved, Jesus Christ, in whom we have redemption. In Christ, we find redemption. The soul of man needs rescuing from the bondage of sin. Through the blood of Christ, there is restoration, recovery, and deliverance for the soul. Through the blood of Jesus, redemption brought the forgiveness of... Continue Reading →
Are Christians Permitted To Drink In Moderation? Exploring Scripture’s Wisdom
“Likewise, must the deacons be grave, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre…” (1st Timothy 3:8) “The aged women, likewise, that they be in behavior as becomes holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things…” (Titus 2:3) Elders are instructed to “not be given to... Continue Reading →
