Calvinism teaches that man is saved unconditionally, solely through the actions of God. This would make it appear as though God would be directly at fault for all those who would be lost. Few Calvinists will admit this. But when you make salvation wholly attributable to God, then likewise damnation is wholly attributable to God. […]
Continue reading... February 13, 2012
If Anyone Sins Unintentionally (2/13)
Thought from today’s Bible reading from Leviticus 1-4. “Now if anyone of the common people sins unintentionally in doing any of the things which the Lord has commanded not to be done, and becomes guilty, if his sin which he has committed is made known to him, then he shall bring for his offering a […]
Continue reading... February 12, 2012
Moses Finished the Work (2/12)
Thought from today’s Bible reading from Exodus 39-40. “When they entered the tent of meeting, and when they approached the altar, they washed, just as the Lord had commanded Moses. He erected the court all around the tabernacle and the altar, and hung up the veil for the gateway of the court. Thus Moses finished […]
Continue reading... February 11, 2012
"The People Are Bringing Much More Than Enough" (2/11)
Thought from today’s Bible reading from Exodus 36-38. Though God specified Bezalel, Oholiab, and other skilled workers to construct the tabernacle, the people would also be able to contribute in the work, but this would be done voluntarily (Exodus 35:21-29). The people were to be commended in that they did not begin to do this […]
Continue reading... February 10, 2012
“During Plowing Time and Harvest You Shall Rest” (2/10)
Thought from today’s Bible reading from Exodus 33-35. Though the Sabbath law had already been given to the Israelites, the Lord provided further instructions regarding the application of the command: “You shall work six days, but on the seventh day you shall rest; even during plowing time and harvest you shall rest” (Exodus 34:21). From […]
Continue reading... February 9, 2012
How to Grow in Knowledge of God’s Word
“Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 3:18). All Christians have an obligation to increase in their knowledge and understanding of the Lord. To do this, we must become more acquainted with His word. But how are we to do this? In this article we will notice […]
Continue reading... February 9, 2012
“And Out Came This Calf” (2/9)
Thought from today’s Bible reading from Exodus 30-32. When Moses confronted Aaron about the sin of the people regarding the golden calf, Aaron acknowledged the sin but tried to excuse himself from any blame. “Aaron said, ‘Do not let the anger of my lord burn; you know the people yourself, that they are prone to […]
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