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.
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.
What Does it Mean to Be Born Again?
https://youtu.be/rrNIa4BAtMg?si=foGR7UDWw0opJYzB In this powerful and Christ-exalting sermon, Pastor Keith Boothe opens the Scriptures to answer one of the most important questions anyone could ever ask: “What does it mean to be born again?” Pastor Keith walks us through the sovereign work of God in salvation — a salvation initiated, accomplished, and applied by God Himself … Continue reading What Does it Mean to Be Born Again?
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.
Faith in the Lord’s Will
Believers are called to live with humble submission to the Lord, acknowledging His rule over every detail of our days. Be encouraged by the wisdom of the Epistle of James today!
Sovereign Love
In Galatians 2:20, the Apostle Paul proclaims the glorious reality of union with Christ—crucified with Him, alive through Him, and loved eternally by Him. This article explores the depth of God’s sovereign love in salvation, a love that never fails and always accomplishes its saving purpose. Christ’s sacrifice was not a mere offer, but a finished work for those He loves. Sovereign love is the heartbeat of the Gospel—sure, effectual, and everlasting.
The Sovereign Savior: Rest for the Weary
In Matthew 11:25–30, Jesus invites the weary to find true rest—not in their efforts, but in His finished work. In this sermon from a special Gospel Preaching Service at Gospel of Grace Ministries in Okeana, Ohio, Dr. Jason Boothe of Redeemer Church of Piketon proclaims the glorious truth of God’s sovereignty in salvation and the gentle call of Christ to all who labor and are heavy laden.
God’s Sheep Will Never Perish
In John 10:26–28, Jesus declares that His sheep hear His voice, follow Him, and will never perish. This passage reveals both the inability of man to come to God apart from divine grace and the unshakable security of those who belong to Christ. Salvation is not earned by our efforts but granted by God’s mercy. The believer’s confidence rests not in personal faithfulness but in the faithfulness of Christ, who promises that none shall ever be plucked from His hand. Soli Deo Gloria.
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