“Whosoever committeth sin also transgresses the law: for sin is the transgression of the law.” 1st John 3:4 Transgress- infringe or go beyond the bounds of (a moral principle or other established standard of behavior) The transgression that ends in sin occurs when one exceeds what God has permitted. It is a violation of God’s... Continue Reading →
Pursuing Wisdom: The Power of Listening and Learning
“Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.” Proverbs 19:20 The central theme of the book of Proverbs is wisdom. The father urges his son to pursue wisdom and gain understanding. He encourages the son to treasure wisdom in his heart, promising that it will protect and sustain him... Continue Reading →
The Biblical Truth: Don’t Join, Be Added to the Church
Over the course of life, many will choose to join a specific church. This decision may be influenced by various factors. Some will base their decision on family tradition, saying, "This is what my parents believed, so I believe it too," or "This is where my grandfather attended, so I will attend here as well."... Continue Reading →
Overcoming Temptation: God’s Promise of Support
(KJV) “There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.” (1st Corinthians 10:13) No temptation... Continue Reading →
The Power of the Gospel: A Call to Action
“All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end... Continue Reading →
The Unique Power of God for Salvation
No one has the power to save as the LORD does. His saving power is unique. We must view God's power to save as a one-of a-kind power and be completely blown away by it. The Apostle Paul teaches that the Gospel is the power of God for salvation. Romans 1:16 The good news about... Continue Reading →
Work Out Your Salvation: A Biblical Perspective
“Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling…” (Philippians 2:12) The words work out means to work fully, accomplish, to finish or fashion. “Work out…” katergazomai kat-er-gad'-zom-ahee From G2596 and G2038; to work... Continue Reading →
Walking in Light: Christ’s Role as Our Righteous Defender
“…if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. And He Himself is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the whole world.” 1st John 2:1-2 The things John wrote were in order that his readers not sin. We should strive and be motivated to... Continue Reading →
Born Again Through God’s Kindness and Love
Titus 3:4-7 “But when the kindness and love of GOD our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of righteousness which we have done but according to His mercy.” We did nothing deserving of GOD’S kindness, love or favor. God saw a foolish, disobedient, deceived, lustful humanity, living in malice and envy. Yet, in our... Continue Reading →
Unshakeable Love: Romans 8 and Our Victory in Christ
Romans 8:33-39 GOD has already given us the greatest gift possible, why would He withhold anything else from us? We have assurance in Christ. Based upon this truth, “Who shall bring a charge against GOD’S elect?” (It’s GOD who justifies or it is GOD who declares us innocent…) “Who is he who condemns?” (Here’s what... Continue Reading →
