Are you a “Noble Berean?”
The Apostle Paul commended the Bereans for doing 2 very important things. One of these things is often discussed but the other is largely ignored. In order for you to Continue ReadingAre you a “Noble Berean?”
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Living by the rule of the Holy Spirit
Walk in the Spirit—Greek, “By (the rule of) the (Holy) Spirit.” Compare Ga 5:16-18, 22, 25; Ga 6:1-8, with Ro 7:22; 8:11. The best way to keep tares out of Continue ReadingLiving by the rule of the Holy Spirit
The bitter root of idolatry
The most poisonous bitter root that can spring up and defile many is the sin of idolatry, which is defined as 1. (n.) The worship of idols, images, or anything which is Continue ReadingThe bitter root of idolatry
Turn the other cheek vs. gird on the sword
Jesus Christ gave 2 different teachings to 2 different groups of people in 2 different circumstances. How can we know what to do? 1) In the sermon on the mount, Continue ReadingTurn the other cheek vs. gird on the sword
What is legalism?
The dictionary defines “legalism” as(1) (2) Theology. (a) the doctrine that salvation is gained through good works. (b) the judging of conduct in terms of adherence to precise laws. In Christianity, the Continue ReadingWhat is legalism?