How Jesus Conquers Through the Cross We live in a culture built on judgment. Everywhere we turn, someone is keeping score. Social media remembers our words. Employers measure our performance. Schools assign grades. Courts issue verdicts. Even when no one else is watching, our own conscience reminds us of what we wish we could forget.… Continue reading Victory Over Condemnation
In one of His shortest yet most potent parables, Jesus compares the kingdom of heaven to a hidden treasure and a pearl of great value (Matthew 13:44-46). In both cases, those discovering these treasures respond similarly: they joyfully give up everything to obtain them. This is the essence of the gospel—a valuable treasure that, once… Continue reading The Priceless Treasure of the Gospel
How many times should we forgive someone who wrongs us? In Matthew 18:21, Peter asked Jesus this question. He suggested seven times, likely thinking he was being generous. But Jesus’ response—seventy times—reveals a more profound reality about forgiveness in God’s kingdom. True forgiveness isn’t about keeping count but reflecting the mercy we have received. The… Continue reading Forgiveness: The Mark of God’s Kingdom
Many people today have an imbalanced view of Jesus. Some see Him only as loving, kind, and accepting, while others focus solely on His authority, judgment, and righteousness. Both sides miss the whole picture. This imbalance isn’t new, but it seems more pronounced in our culture. In a world that values personal freedom, many prefer… Continue reading The Full Picture of Jesus in an Unbalanced Age
Over the years, one of the common questions about Jesus is when He began to exist. There are some, like the Muslims, Mormons, and Jehovah’s Witnesses, that believe that He was created by God the Father or just another person who was created. In the Christian tradition, it has always been understood that Jesus was… Continue reading The Importance of Jesus’ Eternal Existence
Having joy is different from being happy. Happiness depends on our happenings. What goes on around us affects whether or not we are so glad. Our health, finances, relationships, spiritual state, work, or mental and emotional well-being can affect this. Know that joy is not just a fleeting emotion. It’s a promise, a gift reserved… Continue reading How to Receive Joy Despite Having Problems
When most people think about the book of Revelation, they often think the theme is the end times. Of course, they would not be wrong because that is a major theme. However, when only this tag is placed on the book, other great themes are missed. A major theme that runs through this great book… Continue reading Christian Courage Through a Conquering King
The apostle Paul tells us in the book of Galatians that salvation is only by God’s grace. Because we can not earn salvation, but are only given it through God’s grace, we should brag about what God has done in our lives. Here are four practical ways to do that. #1 Praise Him at Church… Continue reading 4 Ways to Boast in Jesus
For centuries Christians have gathered to sing Christmas songs. One of the many reasons I love Christmas is the music that we sing. Have you seen the 1887 painting by Hans Bachmann, entitled, “A Christmas Carol in Lucerne?” As a child I have many fond memories of singing Christmas songs from the church hymnal, in children’s… Continue reading Christmas Music as Weapons of War
There is a current mindset among woke Christians that winsomeness is the highest virtue. They believe the way to win people to Jesus is to get them to like you and only speak well of you. What this often leads to is not confronting people with their sin, therefore not preaching the gospel of Jesus… Continue reading Did Everybody Love Jesus?
