Last month I posted an article about the problem of denominationalism. Yet there seems to be a shift occurring in the religious world. We are seeing a gradual move from denominationalism to non-denominationalism. It is becoming more common to pass a church building and see that the name on the sign does not include a […]
Continue reading... January 1, 2008
Measures of a Sound Church
How can we know if a local church is a sound church? First, what do we mean by a sound church? This particular phrase is not used in the New Testament. But the word “sound” is used to describe teaching, doctrine, and words (1 Timothy 1:10; 2 Timothy 1:13; 4:3). The Greek word which is […]
Continue reading... January 1, 2008
Put On the Full Armor of God
We are engaged in a war for the cause of Christ. This is not a physical war; instead, it is spiritual (2 Corinthians 10:4). It is a battle for the souls of men. In order to help us in this fight, God has given us the armor that we must put on so that we […]
Continue reading... January 1, 2008
Another Jesus
There are certain times of the year when the religious world pays special attention to Jesus. One is the Christmas season in which they celebrate the birth of Christ. The other is Easter when they focus on His death and resurrection. Why is there such a focus on these things about Jesus? Remembering a baby […]
Continue reading... December 27, 2007
Unless You Believe
“Therefore I said to you that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that I am He, you will die in your sins” (John 8:24). Belief in Christ is essential for salvation. But the belief that Jesus mentioned here is more than just a belief that he existed, came to earth, died […]
Continue reading... December 19, 2007
Rest for the Weary
“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). This is the great invitation that has been offered by Jesus. He offers the invitation and makes the promise to those who will come: “You will find rest for your souls” (Matthew 11:29).
Continue reading... December 9, 2007
Why was Simon Called to Bear Jesus’ Cross?
“As they were coming out, they found a man of Cyrene named Simon, whom they pressed into service to bear His cross” (Matthew 27:32). Why was Simon made to perform this task? It was because Jesus stumbled as He carried the cross, right? That is what so many people believe. But if you look at […]
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