The Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion

When people say they don’t trust religion, they’re often reacting to how organizations or individuals may have failed them. But God won't fail you.

When people say they don’t trust religion, remember that God desires relationship over ritual. True Christianity is a personal walk with Jesus Christ, guided by Scripture. Focus on genuine love and drawing near to God’s Word. Continue ReadingThe Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion→

What about people who are not mentioned in the Bible?

A great multitude which no man could count, out of every nation and of all tribes, peoples, and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.

The divine plan for redemption transcends every nation and people not mentioned in the Bible. We see God’s universal love, affirming that salvation through Christ is available to all humanity by grace. Continue ReadingWhat about people who are not mentioned in the Bible?→

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?

Do not misunderstand the powerful teaching in 1 John 2:19! This devotional clarifies the context of those who leave Christian fellowship, distinguishing true antichrists from mere departure. Understanding this avoids sectarianism and guards our local body of believers. Continue ReadingThey left us because they were not of us (1 John 2:19)→

Acts 13 the most important inflection in the great commission

Acts 13 is the most important inflection in the great commission: Paul commissioned by the Holy Spirit from Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria to be a light to the ends of the earth

Discover why Acts 13 is the pivotal inflection point for the great commission! See how Paul’s journey marked when the gospel truly began spreading throughout the world, fulfilling divine purpose beyond Jerusalem and Samaria. Continue ReadingActs 13 the most important inflection in the great commission→

Pursue a life of love as your highest priority

Pursue a life of love as your highest priority like your life depends on it.

We are reminded that pursuing a life of love must be your highest priority. Discover the profound rebuke and encouragement Paul gave to make Agape love the central truth of Christian living. Continue ReadingPursue a life of love as your highest priority→