Omotenashi and the Heart of Biblical Hospitality

Omotenashi is a traditional Japanese concept of hospitality that reflects a heart of anticipation, selflessness, sincerity, and attention to detail

God’s truths transcend culture and language. Though the Scriptures were originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, the principles within them are universal, reaching the heart of every culture under Continue ReadingOmotenashi and the Heart of Biblical Hospitality

Your Sins Were Paid by the Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ

The finite sins of a finite people were paid at this single point in time by an infinite God suffering an infinite wrath.

One of the most liberating and foundational doctrines of the Christian faith is that your sins—past, present, and future—have already been paid in full. That payment did not occur when Continue ReadingYour Sins Were Paid by the Death, Burial, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ

Antinomianism falsely abuses lawless grace

Antinomianism falsely teaches that grace removes the need for obedience. But true grace leads believers to holy living, not lawlessness.

In the life of the church, there has always been a subtle and dangerous teaching that twists the glorious grace of God into a license for sin. This ancient error Continue ReadingAntinomianism falsely abuses lawless grace

10 Psalms for the Discouraged in Long-Term Care: Words of Hope from God’s Word

These ten Psalms offer enduring comfort and divine strength give voice to our deepest groanings, reminding us that we’re not forgotten, not forsaken, and never alone even in our loneliest times of long-term care.

Long-term care hospitalization can be one of life’s most isolating and difficult seasons. Days blend into nights. The sterile walls feel colder than the illness itself. And sometimes, even the Continue Reading10 Psalms for the Discouraged in Long-Term Care: Words of Hope from God’s Word