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Jesus Christ is the Greater Prodigal Elder Brother

Posted on June 30, 2026 by admin — Leave a reply

Do not remain in the far country. Do not stand outside in resentment. Come home through Jesus Christ, the true and greater Elder Brother, who lavished His life to bring prodigals home.

Do you struggle with sin or self-righteousness? This deep dive reveals how Jesus Christ, the true Greater Prodigal Elder Brother, shows God’s perfect grace. Explore why the parable of the prodigal son is truly about redemption, not just rebellion. Continue ReadingJesus Christ is the Greater Prodigal Elder Brother→

Jesus Denounces Moralism (The Most Respectable False Gospel)

Posted on June 10, 2026 by admin — Leave a reply

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.

Are you confusing moralism with the true gospel? Discover why self-righteous “good works” can never earn justification. Learn how God saves us by undeserved grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone! Continue ReadingJesus Denounces Moralism (The Most Respectable False Gospel)→

Divorce and Remarriage (The Biblical Question of Abandonment)

Posted on May 20, 2026 by admin — Leave a reply

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

Does abandonment free you to remarry? We explore Scripture’s guidance on divorce and remarriage, balancing the sacred covenant of marriage with necessary pastoral compassion and divine mercy. Continue ReadingDivorce and Remarriage (The Biblical Question of Abandonment)→

Why the Bible Speaks so Strongly about Pride

Posted on December 15, 2025 by admin — Leave a reply

Pride is fundamentally self-exaltation and self-idolatry, which violates the first commandment by treating ourselves as more important than God

Are you struggling with hidden sin? Scripture reveals how subtle self-idolatry—pride—violates God’s glory. Discover why genuine humility, found only at the cross, is the divine antidote for our deepest flaws. Continue ReadingWhy the Bible Speaks so Strongly about Pride→

A Step‑by‑Step Bible Study Why Water Baptism is not Required for Salvation

Posted on September 7, 2025 by admin — Leave a reply

This study equips believers to explain from Scripture that we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone, not by water baptism

Does *water baptism* save us? Discover the clear biblical truth! This study equips you to explain that salvation is by grace through faith in Christ alone, while water obedience identifies us with Him—a vital testimony after believing. Continue ReadingA Step‑by‑Step Bible Study Why Water Baptism is not Required for Salvation→

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Daily marriage devotionals for growing Christian marriages – Marriage devotionals for growing strong marriages compiled from verses that we have shared with couples over the years.
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.
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.