“But what about this verse!” It has become common practice to view the Bible through individual Bible verses. What was meant as a method to reference the writings more easily can often turn into tunnel vision when it comes to the complete truth … [Read more]
What We Need is a New Covenant Dictionary
Words mean different things to different people. Consider the word obedience. What does this word mean to you? If you have an old covenant mindset, obedience means keeping the Ten Commandments. But if you have a new covenant mindset, obedience … [Read more]
821. “What Can I Do to Ensure I’m Right With God?”
When religionists insist on a balance between law and grace—or works and faith—it often leaves people in a state of uncertainty. When not very familiar with the accomplishments of the cross of Jesus, they may try putting forth some type of effort to … [Read more]
What are Works of Faith?
What is the relationship between faith and works? And are we saved by faith or faith plus works? Many people are confused about these things, and it’s not hard to see why: Paul: “We are justified by faith apart from works” (Gal. 2:16, Eph. … [Read more]
Why the “peace with God” idea is an illusion.
Many years ago I was influenced by the preaching of Billy Graham that I needed to be at peace with … More … [Read more]
820. “How Can I Know That God Has Forgiven Me?”
Imagine realizing that God isn’t angry with you, is not disappointed with you, is not counting sins against you, and loves you perfectly and unconditionally. Finally, peace and rest, without fear of wondering if you’re okay with God or that God is … [Read more]
Should Women Remain Silent in Church? What Does the Bible Really Say?
Should women stay silent in church? Hmm. Tough question. What does the Bible say? NO Act 1:14 They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the WOMEN. NO Act 2:4 ALL of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to … [Read more]
819. Remember Who You Are
Have you ever struggled with the fear of wondering where you stand with God? Have you ever questioned whether you were still saved? How about whether God still loves you? Were you told God is withholding blessings from you because your commitment to … [Read more]
Six Signs of a Self-Righteous Mindset
Self-righteousness is the worst disease to ever afflict the human race. Self-righteousness will keep you from grace and lock you out of the kingdom. For this reason, great preachers like Martin Luther and Charles Spurgeon made a habit of preaching … [Read more]
818. Religious Bondage: Working to Become Who God Has Already Made You to Be
Telling believers they need to change will not be nearly as effective as helping them to understand they have already been changed. Trying to become somebody that you think you are not will become a frustrating, lifelong endeavor which never seems … [Read more]
I Will Come Like a Thief
Once upon a time, in the iron-age kingdom of Lydia, there was a river of gold called the Pactolus River. Whoever controlled the river was rich, and this explains why Croesus was one of the richest kings who ever lived. Croesus, who lived about 550 … [Read more]
817. Beginning in the Spirit – But Perfected by the Flesh?
Doing good, avoiding evil. Those four words would seem to be a no-brainer within almost every religious creed. And this seems to be the foundation upon which Christianity has been built, at least within many church denominations. So if this is … [Read more]
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