The Catholic Church has done a magnificent job over the centuries, publically proclaiming itself as the mother church of all Christian churches. My head is still reeling over the attention given it because of its newly elected leader, Pope Francis. … Continue reading
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The caller wanted to know why most Christians keep the 1st day of the week as the Sabbath rather than the 7th day, as called for in the Ten Commandment Law. One of the TV panelists, a pastor, responded that … Continue reading
“I can accept Jesus and I want to be baptized, but I don’t want to be part of a church.” When I heard that, it brought to mind declarations made by others throughout my life that were somewhat similar. They … Continue reading
There was a man who had worked all of his life, had saved all of his money, and was a real miser when it came to his money. Just before he died, he said to his wife, “When I die, … Continue reading
Research shows that there isn’t a contradiction in the following two accounts depicting Saul of Tarsus’ encounter with Jesus’ voice on Damascus Rd: Acts 9: 7 says that those accompanying Saul heard the voice that spoke to him. Acts 22: … Continue reading
Give strong drink to him who is perishing, and wine to him whose life is bitter. Let him drink and forget his poverty and remember his trouble no more. Proverbs 31: 6, 7. It’s best that a Christian not indulge … Continue reading
John 3: 13—“No one has ascended into heaven, but He who has descended from Heaven: the Son of Man.” This verse is often pointed out, especially by worldly critics, as an example of scripture contradicting itself. They say how can … Continue reading
Sometimes our day was just meant to be, as evidenced by the following given to me by my friend, Hermya. Me: God, can I ask you a question? God: Sure. Me: Promise you won’t get mad? God: I promise. Me: … Continue reading
The more we get to know the Lord, self-awareness of our sinful nature is increased and the number of sins decreased, especially the conscious ones. This seems to be the normal condition of Christians growing in their sanctification. Then there … Continue reading
If someone cites Romans 10: 4 and tells you that it means the Law ended with Jesus, it’s probably because that person isn’t familiar with the meaning of the Greek word from which the word ”end” is translated. Here’s the … Continue reading
Some believe that the seven days during the world’s creation were figurative, symbolic days; each day lasting for a period of a thousand years, or more. I believe the creation days during that week were seven, literal, 24 hour days. … Continue reading
Mark Twain was asked, so the story goes, if he was concerned about things in the Bible that he didn’t understand. His reply was “I’m more concerned about the things I understand, but am not living up to.” Don’t know … Continue reading
God makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good. He sends His rain to fall on the just and the unjust. It is in this context – the sun and rain signifying His love – that we … Continue reading
There are three phrases in the Bible that some have attached to Jesus’ origin. They have been interpreted in such a way as to deny Jesus’ eternal divinity, making Him out to be a created being. Here’s why that’s not … Continue reading
During the fascinating news coverage of Pope Benedict XVI’s resignation, several times it was mentioned that the popes are part of a long line of succession dating back to the apostle Peter. In fact, Peter is referred to by Catholics … Continue reading
I pray this poem will warm your soul. No Regrets or Remorse by Cindy Wyatt The sufferings we go through now will seem as nothing when compared with the glory that does await when this earthly life is over and we … Continue reading
He is the greatest; the epitome of all there is. Nothing else that exists comes close to His stature and excellence. So why… what is it that prompts God to say, “I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God? … Continue reading
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her [Elizabeth] womb. Luke 1: 41. “Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.” John 1:29. Jesus called John the Baptist the greatest prophet. It is … Continue reading
Once upon a time there was a very rich and prominent man who was dying. Before he died, he told his wife that he wanted to take his money and riches to heaven with him. So he gave her instructions … Continue reading
I don’t remember the exact length of time, but it was a few months after becoming a Christian that I backslid into sexual impropriety. At the time, I was a member of two small groups: one was for singles; the … Continue reading
1Timothy 2: 15—Women will be saved through childbearing if they continue in faith and love and sanctity with self-restraint. The Apostle Paul couldn’t have been using the word “saved” in the sense of eternal destiny. That’s because all other scripture … Continue reading