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
One of the big questions for many Bible students is how faith and works fit together in salvation. Some people think that since we are saved by faith alone, our actions (good works) don’t matter at all. This “hyper-grace” idea Continue reading Faith and Works: Understanding Their Biblical Relationship
The book of Numbers recounts one of the most dramatic challenges to God’s appointed leadership – the rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. This uprising against Moses and Aaron was no mere personality conflict; it struck at the heart of God’s authority Continue reading The Rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram in Numbers 16
Restless Seeker trudged along a narrow, winding road with a heavy heart. He was a man burdened not by physical weight, but by a despairing belief that he might be predestined to damnation. Though he had heard the sweet gospel promise of salvation Continue reading The Restless Seeker (A Journey from Predestined Reprobate to Whosoever Will)
David just talked with a first-time visitor who complained, “This church is not right for me because I don’t trust religion.” He told us, “Many people feel uneasy about religion because they see it as an institution full of flaws Continue reading The Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion
For this episode of The Transforming Church, we catch up with David as he is giving pop quizzes to young people streaming out of the sanctuary after any service on any Sunday morning. He says he is having more fun Continue reading The Welcoming Church: David Gives Pop Quizzes