Grace and wisdom of the ages from the 66 books of the Bible, by forty authors, over 2200 years, in three languages, on three continents, with one divinely-inspired theme of love and redemption for every tribe and language and people and nation on earth.
A denomination unites churches through shared doctrine, history, leadership, and ministry. Such cooperation can strengthen missions, training, and accountability, but it becomes dangerous when institutional authority competes with Scripture, conscience, or the lordship of Jesus Christ. Continue ReadingDenomination, a Shared Identity Among Churches
A church identity becomes denominationalism when labels, traditions, pastors, or networks produce pride, rivalry, compromise, or unnecessary division. Practical distinctions become sinful when loyalty to a group replaces biblical truth, Christian love, and allegiance to Christ. Continue ReadingDenominationalism, When Distinction Becomes Sinful Division
No church is truly without denominational characteristics. Every congregation has doctrine, history, leadership, culture, policies, and traditions. The real issue is not whether these exist, but whether they are acknowledged, tested by Scripture, and submitted to Christ. Continue ReadingThe Myth of Non-Denominationalism
A shadowless candle flame points to the Father of lights, whose goodness never changes. Trace God’s light from creation, through Israel’s wilderness and temple, to Jesus Christ, the Light of the world who calls every sinner out of darkness. Continue ReadingThe Father of Lights and the Shadowless Flame
The parable exposes both rebellion and self-righteous resentment. We learn that Jesus Christ is the greater Elder Brother, lavishing divine grace and perfect redemption upon us through His costly life sacrifice on the cross. Continue ReadingJesus Christ is the Greater Prodigal Elder Brother