They left us because they were not of us (1 John 2:19)

Does 1 John 2:19 mean people that leave us are not saved?

Does 1 John 2:19 mean people that leave us are not saved? The interpretation of 1 John 2:19 has sparked debate among Christian groups, with some using the verse to label those who leave their local fellowship as unsaved and dangerous. This has led to the prohibition of fellowship, prayer, or even sharing meals with such individuals. However, it is Continue reading They left us because they were not of us (1 John 2:19)

The Devil is the original influencer

The footprints and fingerprints of the Devil are the same throughout history. He always tries to lead astray, i.e. (mentally) to delude, or (morally) to seduce you into doing what he wants. But Christians have the spirit of God that has overcome the world, so you can resist.

Ever since Adam blamed Eve and she blamed the Devil, the favorite excuse has always been, “The Devil made me do it.” But did he, does he, will he? Did the Devil make Adam and Eve sin in the garden? And the serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die: For God doth know that in the day Continue reading The Devil is the original influencer

A crisis in Bible literacy cannot distinguish right from wrong

Without Bible literacy, we rely on our feelings, myths, legends, traditions, and society, which diminish our ability to distinguish between right and wrong

Sometimes, I am appalled at people’s lack of Bible literacy. Not hard esoteric doctrinal things. But basic things. Not rote memorization of hundreds of verses. But enough to know right from wrong. There are many great churches. Lots of good expository teaching. And accessible small groups for deeper Bible studies. But still thousands come and go without learning anything. It Continue reading A crisis in Bible literacy cannot distinguish right from wrong

The sin of stubbornness (arrogance)

If you reject Jesus Christ and continue in the sin of stubbornness with the devil, it will eventually lead to bondage

The sin of stubbornness and arrogance, which is strengthened by pride, is awful. This is the sin of the devil himself (Genesis 3:5; Isaiah 14:14; Ezekiel 28:2;  2 Thessalonians 2:4). He will deceive you into believing his lie, then he will entangle you in his punishment, if you let him. All sin is rebellion against Jesus Christ King Saul disobeyed Continue reading The sin of stubbornness (arrogance)

For such a time as this

Such a time as this in every generation, and it will get worse. Are we ready?

It seems like we live in an upside-down world. Such a time as this. What used to be evil is called good. What used to be good is called evil. And you will be canceled if you dare question it. But this is not the first time. There have been many other times such as this. And it will get Continue reading For such a time as this