Jesus Denounces Moralism (The Most Respectable False Gospel)

Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the publican is one of the clearest denunciations of moralism in all of Scripture. The shocking point is that the religious moralist went home unjustified, while the repentant sinner went home justified. The issue was not that God approves of sin. The issue was that God rejects self-righteousness and gives mercy to sinners who humble themselves before Him.

Beware the false gospel of moralism! Jesus powerfully denounced relying on good works for acceptance with God. True salvation is a gift: received only by grace through faith in Christ, not human performance. Continue ReadingJesus Denounces Moralism (The Most Respectable False Gospel)

Everyday Carry for Christians: What Believers Should Never Leave Home Without

The believer's everyday carry includes the Word in his heart, the cross on his back, the death of Jesus in his body, the mind of Christ in his thinking, the armor of God in spiritual battle, the fruit of the Spirit in his character, love as his outer garment, prayer as his constant breath, thanksgiving as his attitude, the gospel as his message, a clear conscience before God and men, burdens for others, and hope in the return of Christ.

Every Christian has a spiritual Everyday Carry far more essential than any physical item. We examine how believers must carry the Word in your heart, take up the cross daily, and put on the full armor of God. Continue ReadingEveryday Carry for Christians: What Believers Should Never Leave Home Without

The Love That Brings Us All the Way Home

Life may take us to unexpected places, but the love of God in Christ brings us all the way to our final home in heaven.

When life’s struggles seem endless, remember that God’s perfect love secures our final destination. Christ promises to bring us all the way home, where He dwells with His people forever. Continue ReadingThe Love That Brings Us All the Way Home

Sin Has Consequences, But Repentance Brings Mercy (With 38 Examples from the Bible)

Sin always brings consequences, but repentance changes how the sinner meets God’s judgment, when the heart truly turns back to God.

The Bible reveals that while sin always brings consequences, genuine repentance—a turning of the heart toward God—brings astounding mercy and restoration. True grace overcomes judgment. Continue ReadingSin Has Consequences, But Repentance Brings Mercy (With 38 Examples from the Bible)

Divorce and Remarriage (The Biblical Question of Abandonment)

Marriage is a holy covenant that should not be broken. But the sin of abandonment can separate what God has joined.

Few subjects demand more care than divorce and remarriage. This study guides you to God’s divine design for marriage, clarifying how Scripture speaks through covenant faithfulness and addressing the tough realities of abandonment. Continue ReadingDivorce and Remarriage (The Biblical Question of Abandonment)