When we obeyed the gospel, we enlisted in the army of Christ and were immediately sent to the frontlines. The good news is that if we properly arm ourselves against Satan and the forces of darkness, we will be victorious. To do that, we must make sure that we put on the whole armor of […]
In Ephesians 6, Paul warns us of the power that we are up against in this world in which we live. He reminds us that the threat is real and the danger is high. Ephesians 6:12 (ESV) 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against […]
When writing to the church in Corinth, Paul referred to them as those who had been sanctified, perhaps to remind them of how they were falling short of their calling. 1 Corinthians 1:2 (ESV) 2 To the church of God that is in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints together […]
Outside of John 3:16, Psalms 23 might be the most popular passage in the Bible. Many have committed it to memory. Preachers have used it to comfort those who are going through trials and tribulations, suffering from some terrible illness, or even dying. For some, the words of this Psalm, or portions of it, have […]
Most Christians understand the importance of prayer. We are repeatedly exhorted to pray in the New Testament. Paul exhorts us to pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17). This does not mean that we are to literally pray nonstop, but rather that we should consistently maintain the practice of praying. Prayer is easy. It only takes […]
No one has forgiven more trespasses and sins than our heavenly Father. His willingness to forgive accentuates His merciful nature and long-suffering when it comes to His dealings with us. As long as our repentance is sincere after we sin, and we ask God for forgiveness, He will indeed forgive us. 1 John 1:9 (ESV) […]
Hebrews 11 is filled with people who had a type of faith that was willing to suffer, sacrifice, and surrender to God. At the top of the list was Abraham. He was willing to do anything for God, even sacrifice his son, Isaac, as a burnt offering. Hebrews 11:17-19 (ESV) 17 By faith Abraham, when […]
Paul once referred to Abraham as” the father of all who believe…” It is obvious, therefore, that we should emulate his faith. Like Abel, Enoch, and Noah, Abraham proved his faith by his willingness to obey God. Hebrews 11:8 (ESV) 8 By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place […]
There are those today, even in certain religious circles, who would deny the resurrection of Christ. The Jesus Seminar, a controversial group that is supposed to look at the New Testament historically, claims that there is no evidence that the resurrection of Christ took place. They say the passages in the New Testament that refer […]
As Christians, we are involved in a war with the devil. The language of the New Testament affirms this to be true. Paul told Timothy that “No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier” (2 Timothy 2:4). All Christians […]