The Problem of Atheism. Atheism has been on my mind recently. Any Christian is bound to encounter people who do not share their faith. Christianity is the most widely-observed religion in the world, but the majority of the population either is not Christian or expresses disbelief in religion altogether. Atheism is a topic that offers … Continue reading “However, they did not all heed the good news…” Romans 10:16 / Confronting an Unbeliever
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Miscellaneous thoughts or writings that do not easily fit into a defined category.
“…without holiness, no one will see the Lord.” Hebrews 12:14 / Sanctification
Sanctification. Sanctification is one of the most frequently used words in the Christian lexicon. It is often used interchangeably with other words that are incorrectly thought to have similar meanings (i.e., Salvation). But Sanctification has importance and meaning that is unique, and an understanding of this word is necessary for a Christian’s knowledge of their … Continue reading “…without holiness, no one will see the Lord.” Hebrews 12:14 / Sanctification
“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him…” Revelation 3:20 //Salvation
Salvation. Salvation may be the most important word used in Christian Theology. Humanity’s salvation is the reason Christ came. And, salvation is the reason for the existence of His church in the world today. So, this week, we’re beginning an exploration into this most consequential aspect of Jesus’s and the church’s mission and ministry. Definition. … Continue reading “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him…” Revelation 3:20 //Salvation
“…you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem,…, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:11 // Salvation, Part II
Recap. Let's do a quick recap of what we learned last week. Jesu’s sacrifice on the cross was the act that sanctified each of us by cleansing us of the sins that made us incompatible with God. Because of our sanctification, we are now ‘worthy’ to have a relationship with God both today and in … Continue reading “…you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem,…, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:11 // Salvation, Part II
“…whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 / Mortality
Narrow Focus For many Christians, most of our religious focus is on our expectation of spending eternity with God after our mortal life on earth is over. That is understandable because the Bible tells us that this is why He sent Jesus to us. [John 3:16] Jesus came to overcome our sinful nature and to … Continue reading “…whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 / Mortality
“…He took bread and blessed it…” Mark 14:22 // The Last Supper, Communion
The Passover Celebration What is commonly referred to as the Passover is an eight-day Jewish celebration beginning on the 15th day of the Hebrew month Nisan. The month of Nisan roughly corresponds to March or April in the Georgian calendar. For instance, during 2019, the festival began on Friday, the 19th of April and concluded … Continue reading “…He took bread and blessed it…” Mark 14:22 // The Last Supper, Communion
“…I say to you, one of you will betray me.” John 13:21 // Lessons from the Last Supper, Judas
To me, there is no one in the Bible more pitiable than Judas Iscariot. Many readers may disagree with my description of him as “pitiable.” After all, this was the man who betrayed Christ to the Sanhedrin and set the events of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion into motion. Instead, they would say that he was … Continue reading “…I say to you, one of you will betray me.” John 13:21 // Lessons from the Last Supper, Judas
“…there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness…” 2 Timothy 4:7 // A Personal Message
One of my oldest and dearest friends passed away earlier this week. His death has affected his and my family deeply. Because of our closeness, I have been very involved in preparation for his funeral and in consoling the family about the loss. I apologize to you, my readers, but I am confident that you … Continue reading “…there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness…” 2 Timothy 4:7 // A Personal Message
“…whoever believes in him (Jesus) shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3”:16 / The Afterlife III
To This Point. This post is the third installment of our exploration into the question of “What happens to our souls after death?” The first (Post 75, November 16, 2019) opened the question and introduced the Oblivionist, the Scripturalist, and the Universalist schools of thought on this topic. It also described the Oblivionist position. Post … Continue reading “…whoever believes in him (Jesus) shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3”:16 / The Afterlife III
“The Holy Spirit will come upon you…” Luke 1:35 / The Advent Season
As we approach Christmas this year, I think it appropriate that we explore the season of Advent, that four-week section of the Christian calendar that precedes the birth of Jesus. Advent is a time of preparation and expectation. Fall is gone, and Winter is just beginning. The days are becoming shorter, and night seems to … Continue reading “The Holy Spirit will come upon you…” Luke 1:35 / The Advent Season
