Guest Blogger · Sin · William Boekestein

Sin is Expensive. Here are 6 Costs

For several years Bill and I ministered in neighboring towns in Northeastern PA. I have always found Bill thoughtful, and someone who attempts to be in line with Scripture. He is today’s guest blogger. This article was first published on “The Gospel Coalition” website on November 2, 2020. We never sin for free. There is… Continue reading Sin is Expensive. Here are 6 Costs

Jesus · Jesus First · Jesus-Centered · Media · Social media

When the Media Puts the Weight of the World on You

Let’s turn the clock back several decades to see our interaction with the media. The average person would go to work, or care for their family at home, and watch the nightly news for half an hour, and then get the clan to bed.  Of course that is not the same today. In fact, many… Continue reading When the Media Puts the Weight of the World on You

Emotion · Finances · Kingdom of God · Sex

God-Given Kingdom Domains for Men

I have written quite a bit about “the Kingdom of God.” First, I wrote about “Basics of the Kingdom of God.” Then “How to Live in the Kingdom of God.” Also “Adam’s Kingdom Success, Failure, and Hope.” I have also provided resources for studying the kingdom of God. In this article I would like to… Continue reading God-Given Kingdom Domains for Men

Adam · Garden · Genesis · Hebrews · Kingdom of God · Kingdom of Heaven

Adam’s Kingdom Success, Failure, and Hope

When we think about Adam, we often think about His sin and failure. Partially because  it is such a devastating blow to mankind. It was sin that brought sin to all mankind. Romans 5:12 says, “Therefore, just as sin came into the world through one man, and death through sin, and so death spread to… Continue reading Adam’s Kingdom Success, Failure, and Hope