God Predestined the Plan of Salvation

Discover how God predestined the plan of salvation, preserving responsibility while securing Jesus Christ's redemption for believers.

In Scripture, Strong’s Greek 4309 (proorizō), translated predestine, means “to set bounds beforehand.” The Bible unmistakably teaches predestination, but it also carefully defines what God has predestined. God sovereignly predestined Continue ReadingGod Predestined the Plan of Salvation

The Pattern of Satanic Temptation (and God’s Provision for Victory)

Satan’s temptations are consistent, but God’s provision is greater. Jesus Christ overcame every assault in the wilderness through humble submission to the Father and faithful reliance on Scripture (Matthew 4:1–11). That victory is not merely an example from afar. For the believer, it points to a practical pattern of resistance empowered by God.

The Temptation Battlefield, the Enemy, and God’s Provision Temptation is not merely an internal struggle with sinful desires, it is also a spiritual conflict in which a real adversary seeks Continue ReadingThe Pattern of Satanic Temptation (and God’s Provision for Victory)

Jesus Baptized by John the Baptist Looking Forward to the Crucifixion

Jesus baptized for our sins in an act of obedience and identification with sinners that pointed unmistakably to the cross.

The baptism of Jesus Christ stands at the threshold of His public ministry. Though brief in description, especially in Luke’s Gospel, this event is rich in theological meaning. Jesus’ submission Continue ReadingJesus Baptized by John the Baptist Looking Forward to the Crucifixion