Grace and wisdom of the ages from 66 books, by 40 authors, over 2200 years, in 3 languages, on 3 continents, with 1 divinely-inspired theme of love and redemption for every tribe and language and people and nation on earth
We are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Jesus Christ alone. But we are not supposed to remain in the new-born baby state forever. The Bible says “add to your faith” because this pattern is intended for our lives. The Bible describes a pattern for our lives in the relationship of God the father, God the son, and Continue reading Add to your faith (2 Peter 1:5)
Does 1 John 2:19 mean people that leave us are not saved? The interpretation of 1 John 2:19 has sparked debate among Christian groups, with some using the verse to label those who leave their local fellowship as unsaved and dangerous. This has led to the prohibition of fellowship, prayer, or even sharing meals with such individuals. However, it is Continue reading They left us because they were not of us (1 John 2:19)
From Moses until Acts 15, the Ten Commandments and the Law of Moses guided God’s people. But in Acts 15, everything changes through God’s grace in Jesus Christ. Early believers questioned whether Christians needed to follow the Law of Moses, like circumcision, to be saved. The apostles and elders met to discuss this issue. Peter explained that God knows our Continue reading Acts 15 Grace changes everything
Understanding how Conflict starts Conflict doesn’t start in a vacuum. There is always history. Usually twisted and piled. Resolving these conflicts can be like pulling a strand from a pile of tangled rusty barbed wire. It won’t end well for anyone. Everyone will be bloodied. Unless God… Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by his good Continue reading Godly principles for resolving conflict
The Bible contains many superlative inflection points but Acts 13 is the most important for the church. Before Acts 13, most of the great commission happened in Jerusalem and Samaria, but it had not spread very far in a global sense. But at this great inflection point, in Acts 13, the gospel starts to spread throughout the world. And it Continue reading Acts 13 the most important inflection in the great commission