As Christians, we have an innate sense that small children go to heaven, but we may not fully understand how and why. Come, let’s explore this together. Read more…
An Unpublished Essay on the Trinity (Updated) – Jonathan Edwards
This unpublished essay was discovered after Jonathan Edwards’ death and was eventually published. The language used in the 1700s can be challenging so it has been rewritten. Read more…
Unforgiveness – The Elephant In the Room
There’s an elephant in the room, and it might be in you. Don’t look around or point to anyone else. Let it go. You’ll feel lighter. But only you can do it. Read more…
Sad People – Chasing Nothing and Missing Everything
Sometimes at night, I unwind by watching old family-friendly crime dramas. But as I watch, I can’t help noticing how sad the characters’ lives seem – even the good ones. Read more…
Mercy – Bending the Rules of God
Faith is not mentioned in every Gospel miracle. In a few, the individuals received a blessing by calling upon the mercy of God. Read more…
Depression Is a Spirit – It Must Be Fought with the Word of God
Even in times of blessing, people can experience sudden bouts of depression, like a dark cloud with no clear cause. It is an evil spirit. Recognize it and fight it! Read more…
Reconciling Romans 10:17 and 12:3: Faith by Hearing or by Measure?
On the surface, it appears that Romans 10:17 and Romans 12: 3 contradict each other. One says that faith ‘comes by hearing’ and the other that ‘God gives to each a measure of faith.’ Read more…
Watching the Game Backward: A Lesson in Faith
How would you watch a game if you knew beforehand that your team had already won? Would you worry if it wasn’t going well at times? Read more…
Faith Is ‘hupostasis’ – Hebrews 11:1
Hebrews 11:1 is the one verse in the Bible that best defines faith. God places within us the ‘heart reality’ of our promised hope. Read more…
God’s Eternal Kingdom – Our Forever Home
God’s New Kingdom will be indescribably wonderful. This Kingdom, God’s Kingdom, and through the work of Christ Jesus, our Kingdom will endure forever. Read more…
Jesus: A Mission Beyond Our Salvation
While we often view Jesus’ primary mission on Earth as securing our salvation, His work went far beyond simply redeeming humanity. He destroyed sin itself. Read more…
What Is Eternal Life? Hint: It’s Not Just Living Forever.
When people hear “eternal life,” they often think of living forever. But the Bible says that through Jesus Christ, we’ve received eternal life. So, what does that really mean? Read more…
‘Saving Faith’ Versus ‘Miraculous Faith’
Faith for miracles obtains miracles. Faith is required. When faith for miracles diminishes, so do miracles. This is the condition we find ourselves in today. Read more…
Choice – of Men and Angels
God’s ultimate purpose is for all humans and heavenly beings who willingly choose to be with Him to coexist in a new eternal kingdom. Read more…
Jesus – God’s Gift to Humanity
Jesus was God’s gift of perfect humanity to an imperfect humanity. He was God’s gift of Himself wrapped in human form. It is the hidden side of Christmas. Read more…
Jesus – The Gift of Salvation
Jesus gave the gift of redemption and eternal life to all who would believe. Jesus gifted us with a choice, and has allowed us to choose His life and a future with Him. Read more…
Magi – Wise Worshipers
The Christmas account of the Wise Men seems straightforward. These men arrived, guided by an unusual star, and presented three significant gifts to baby Jesus. Read more…
The Faith of the Wise Men – Ryle
The conduct of the wise men is a striking example of faith. We read of no greater faith than this in the whole volume of the Bible. It is a faith that deserves to be placed side by side with that of the penitent thief. Read more…