I tell you this, brothers: flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. I Corinthians 15:50 At first hearing, Paul’s words can sound harsh. Do they mean that human bodies have no place in God’s eternal kingdom? That everything physical must be discarded forever? Or is Paul … Continue reading Redeemed, Not Discarded: Flesh, Resurrection, and and the Hope of Glory
Christianity Is Christ: Salvation Accomplished, Not Earned
Christianity is not a works-based religion defined by rules, but a faith centered on what Christ has done. The Gospel emphasizes His life, death, and resurrection. Salvation is entirely by divine grace through faith, gifted by God, leading believers to experience peace and righteousness without condemnation, affirming that salvation is solely the Lord's work.
Barabbas – The Scandal of Free Grace
The account of Barabbas illustrates the true nature of grace in the gospel. Barabbas, guilty of crimes, is set free while Jesus, innocent, takes his place. This displays unmerited favor, affirming that salvation is complete through Christ's sacrifice. Believers find eternal security and freedom, resting in His obedience and love.
Death Destroyed By Death
Hebrews 2 emphasizes that Christ's suffering was essential for perfecting our salvation and uniting believers as brothers in faith. It illustrates how Jesus, by sharing in our humanity, conquered death, freeing us from fear and slavery. This passage reassures weary Christians of Christ's role as a merciful High Priest and the glory achieved through His suffering.
Are You the One? How Jesus Responds to Doubt and Suffering
When John the Baptist found himself in prison, the bold prophet who once proclaimed Christ began to wrestle with a difficult question: “Are you the one who is to come?” In Matthew 11:2–11, Jesus answers doubt not with rebuke, but with Scripture, fulfilled prophecy, and gracious assurance. This message reminds us that faith can be tested by suffering, yet Christ remains faithful to His people and honors those who trust Him.
Foolishness and the Power of God
“For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.” - 1 Corinthians 1:18 The preaching of the cross appears as foolishness to the natural, fallen man who is perishing. It offends his sensibilities and contradicts the wisdom he trusts in. … Continue reading Foolishness and the Power of God
The Curse of the Physical Creation: A Biblical Defense of the Historic Christian Doctrine
The Fall was physical as well as spiritual because humanity is both body and soul. Therefore, the redemption accomplished by Christ is also for both body and soul, culminating in the renewal of all things. The world groans now, but it groans in hope, waiting for the day when the same God who once declared the ground cursed will declare all things new.
God’s Love in Christ Never Fails
God’s true gospel of free and sovereign grace teaches us the profound, unchanging nature of divine love. Unlike the shallow, emotion-driven notion of love promoted by our culture, God’s love in Christ is steadfast, covenantal, and unfailing. It does not depend on our performance or fluctuating feelings, but flows from His eternal purpose to save His people through the finished work of Christ. In a world of shifting affections, believers rest secure in a love that never ends.
Peace and Holiness
Believers are called to pursue peace with all people and to rest in the perfect holiness found only in Christ. Our own efforts cannot produce the holiness God requires, but through the finished work of Jesus—the Substitute and Redeemer of His people—we are made perfectly righteous before a holy God. Look not to yourself, but to Christ alone, our Peace and our Holiness.
Spiritual Stability in Times of Trial
True spiritual stability doesn’t come from peaceful circumstances but from knowing and trusting the God who governs every circumstance. Through the examples of Paul, Silas, and Job, we see that steadfast faith is rooted in the knowledge of God’s sovereignty and goodness. Even in suffering, believers can rest in the truth that “all things work together for good” for those who love Him.
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