The Problem with Apologetics (Why I Stopped Being Jealous of Their Snappy Answers)

Our job is to bear witness to Christ, speak the truth in love, and call people to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and be saved.Our job is not to win the argument.So, use apologetics, but do not worship it. Answer questions, but do not machine-gun people with facts. Correct error, but do not forget compassion. Defend the faith, but do not confuse debate victory with gospel fruit.

Beloved, we must guard against confusing intellectual debate with evangelism’s core goal. True biblical apologetics should never replace the patient proclamation of Christ; our calling is to win souls, not simply victory in an argument. Continue ReadingThe Problem with Apologetics (Why I Stopped Being Jealous of Their Snappy Answers)→

When Should Christians Accept or Reject Teaching?

Deciding to accept or reject teaching? We may tolerate imperfect messengers. We must never tolerate a corrupted message.

Evaluating teaching requires divine wisdom! We will clarify when Christians must accept or reject doctrine by understanding a crucial distinction: motive versus message. Learn how Scripture guides us to test every Good News proclamation against God’s eternal truth. Continue ReadingWhen Should Christians Accept or Reject Teaching?→

Zacchaeus Teaches the Theology of Restitution

Jesus used Zacchaeus as an important example of saving faith that produces a changed life and outward fruit.

True repentance means more than just empty feelings; it requires a transformed heart producing visible change. Discover how Zacchaeus perfectly illustrates the theology of restitution—making things right with Christ’s grace. Continue ReadingZacchaeus Teaches the Theology of Restitution→

The Distinction Between Salvation, Sanctification, and Discipleship

The Distinction between Salvation, Sanctification, and Discipleship: Enter through the narrow gate. Walk the narrow way. And follow Him all the way to eternal life.

Understanding salvation, sanctification, and discipleship is crucial to preserving the pure gospel. Scripture clarifies that while salvation enters through the narrow gate, true obedience constitutes the daily walk on the narrow way. Continue ReadingThe Distinction Between Salvation, Sanctification, and Discipleship→