In Genesis 37, Jacob had a strong feeling about his son Joseph. Joseph’s brothers, consumed by jealousy, sold him to a group of Ishmaelites. They took his coat of many colors, which was a gift from their father. They dipped it in goat’s blood and brought it back to deceive Jacob. Jacob responded, “It is... Continue Reading →
Why the GOD of the Bible as opposed to other supposed deities? The Creator of Genesis 1 and His authority are self-sustaining. GOD’S existence does not cease or diminish as a result of man’s acceptance or rejection. This, among other things, distinguishes the LORD of the Bible from imaginary deities. THE GOD of Genesis 1... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
“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 →
While we were dead in our sins and unable to save ourselves, God's grace provided a way for us to live, through Christ. “…. that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.” Ephesians 2:7 The amazing reality that He has... Continue Reading →
Hebrews 11 presents a powerful list of faithful men and women who lived by faith despite facing significant challenges. The chapter opens defining faith as "the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." These children of God were not seeking rewards in this life but rather in the life to come.... Continue Reading →
In Ephesians 1, Paul speaks of his prayer for the saints in Ephesus, asking that they receive the spirit of wisdom and revelation in knowing Christ, and that their understanding may be enlightened. He prays that they may grasp the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, and the... Continue Reading →
In the book of Romans, Paul emphasizes that justification comes through faith, not the Law. He explains that everyone is under sin and has fallen short of GOD’s glory, yet justification is available to all through faith in Jesus. GOD provided a way for righteousness apart from the Law, which is good news because humanity... Continue Reading →
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