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Is the gospel a mystery?

Posted on October 2, 2018 by admin

The gospel was preached by all the prophets throughout the Old Testament but the mystery of the church containing both Jews and Gentiles was taught by Paul.

Did the Apostle Paul say the gospel was a mystery not revealed in other ages? Does this verse mean the gospel is a mystery that was hidden from previous generations? How that by revelation he made known unto me (as I wrote afore in few words, Whereby, when ye read, ye may understand my knowledge in as it is now Continue reading Is the gospel a mystery?→

Speak the truth in love

Posted on February 22, 2018 by admin

I recently received this direct message about dealing with truth in response to a posting calling an action sin… Not judging anyone, I want to encourage people to love and good works. If someone is fat it may be the truth to call them fat but it won’t help them lose weight. In LOVE you must encourage them to eat Continue reading Speak the truth in love→

Final exhortations to a fledgling church (1 Thessalonians 5:12-22)

Posted on January 23, 2018 by admin

The Apostle Paul closes his first letter to a fledgling church with these final exhortations. This letter was written after Timothy returned with mostly good news about their spiritual growth in the Lord. It is full of thanksgiving to God for the faith, love, and hope of the new church. It also contains things he didn’t have time to teach Continue reading Final exhortations to a fledgling church (1 Thessalonians 5:12-22)→

Walking worthily — lead a life worthy of God (1 Thessalonians 2:11-12)

Posted on January 2, 2018 by admin

Walking Worthy of the gospel, the calling, the Lord, being saints, love of God

Throughout history and in every other religion on Earth, mankind strives to be worthy of God. Every man-made religion teaches how to become good enough to merit God’s approval. That is the opposite of Christianity. Jesus Christ did all the work. It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: Continue reading Walking worthily — lead a life worthy of God (1 Thessalonians 2:11-12)→

Psalms of instruction in wisdom and the blessing of the wise life

Posted on November 28, 2017 by admin

Some psalms are called wisdom psalms because they make a case for the primary importance of wisdom or instruct readers in dealing with questions, issues, and doubts that arise in life (see Pss 1, 14, 25, 34, 37, 39, 49, 73, 78, 90, 91, 111, 112, 127, 128, 131, 133, 139). Many other psalms contain elements of wisdom teaching (see Continue reading Psalms of instruction in wisdom and the blessing of the wise life→

101 broken people that God used anyway – Throughout the Bible, God demonstrates His love and grace by using broken and flawed people to accomplish His purposes.
God has numbered all my days and written them in his book – God has numbered all my days and written them in his book. I don't have to worry because that won't change no matter what happens around me.
12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw God – Here are 12 eyewitness accounts from men who saw the glory and majesty of God more overwhelming than the best CGI in any movie.
10 ways prayers are hindered – Prayers are an important part of the Christian life. They are worship, supplication, and confession; therefore, we don't want them to be hindered.
Can two walk together, except they be agreed? – Does Amos 3:3 require Christians to be in absolute uniformity on everything in order to have fellowship?
7 Characteristics of a Real, Genuine, Sincere Apology – A real apology comes from a humble heart that is truly sorry and repentant. But nothing is worse than a faint apology, a false apology, or a non-apology.

What Happens Next? by Max Lucado – An optimistic, accessible, and nonsensational guide to what the Bible says about heaven's time line that will empower you to face the future with faith. Max takes you on a well-researched overview of what God's Word says, exploring the following four big ideas that provide a solid foundation for understanding God's eternal plan:
- We were made to reign with Christ.
- God has made and will keep his promises.
- Heaven has a time line.
- A golden era-the millennium-awaits God's children.

The Titus Ten by J.Josh Smith – This book is a manual for becoming the kind of man God intends for you to be, and leading other men to do the same. Taking ten qualities from the Apostle Paul's short letter to his mentee Titus, The Titus Ten will help you grow in your understanding of the gospel, your identity, your character, your doctrine, and more