James 2 has often been misunderstood as contradicting Paul’s teaching on salvation by faith alone. In reality, the two apostles address different concerns: Paul speaks of justification before God, while James emphasizes how faith is vindicated before others through works. Faith is alive, visible, and fruitful — blessing the church, serving others, and glorifying God.
The Pure in Heart
Discover the meaning of Jesus’ words, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8). This article explores the difference between outward appearances of religion and the true inward purity that comes only through the cleansing blood of Christ. Learn how the pure in heart serve God with sincerity, not for recognition or gain, but out of love and gratitude for their Savior. Be encouraged with the promise that those who are made pure in Christ will one day see God and dwell with Him forever.
The God Who Reigns Forever
Psalm 146 reminds us not to trust in human strength but in the Lord who reigns forever. In Christ, every promise of justice, mercy, and hope is fulfilled.
Trusting the Eternal King: A Reflection on Psalm 146
Psalm 146 reminds us not to place our trust in human strength but in the Lord who reigns forever. Every promise of this psalm—justice, mercy, freedom, and hope—is fulfilled in Jesus Christ. In Him, our hearts find reason to say with confidence: ‘Praise the Lord, O my soul!’
Blessed Are the Merciful
If we, who have been shown so much mercy, fail to extend mercy to others, will not the Lord chasten and correct us? It is a grievous and wicked thing to withhold mercy when we have freely received it in such abundance.
Christ Jesus: The One Mediator Between God and Man
In this message, Dr. Jason K. Boothe proclaims the glorious truth of the Gospel: there is only one Mediator between God and man—the Lord Jesus Christ. From Paul’s words in 1 Timothy 2, we are reminded that our hope, salvation, and access to God rest in the finished work of Christ alone. Be encouraged as … Continue reading Christ Jesus: The One Mediator Between God and Man
Blessed Are They Who Hunger and Thirst
Those who hunger and thirst for the righteousness that cannot be produced by human effort will most surely be satisfied.
Christ Crucified: God’s Power and Love Revealed
The Cross is not weakness, but the very display of God’s power and love—foolishness to the world, yet the wisdom of God to all who believe.
The Power and Wisdom of the Cross
The message of John 3:16–17 and 1 Corinthians 1:18–24 is one and the same: the love of God and the wisdom of God are revealed supremely in the cross of Christ. The world may see weakness and folly, but to those whom God has called, the crucified Son is salvation, righteousness, and life. Let us therefore hold fast to this gospel, unashamed of Christ crucified. For in Him we behold the very power and wisdom of God.
Blameless
“Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; He will surely do it.” -1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 I look honestly into the mirror and see a man who … Continue reading Blameless
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