Grace and wisdom of the ages from 66 books, by 40 authors, over 2200 years, in 3 languages, on 3 continents, with 1 divinely-inspired theme of love and redemption for every tribe and language and people and nation on earth
In our Christian journey, we often encounter the beautiful tension between grace and truth, between “Yes, If” and “No, Because.” These concepts are essential to understanding God’s heart and His plan for our lives. Through exploring the Scriptures and their Hebrew and Greek meanings, we can deepen our appreciation for the delicate balance between grace and rules. Yes, If – Continue reading Yes, If & No, Because: Embracing Grace and Truth
The teaching of “taking up your cross” is about understanding the cost of discipleship. In Jesus’ era, the cross was a tool of execution, signifying great suffering and sacrifice. So, when Jesus instructs us to take up our cross, He’s conveying that being His follower requires a level of dedication that might involve self-sacrifice or hardship. The essence of this Continue reading Take up Your Cross and Follow Jesus
If you think you are so broken because of your past life, your sins and regrets, your struggles and grief, or your current circumstances, that God could never use you. Consider this chronological list of people who were more broken than you and take courage: Eve – Deceived by Satan to eat the fruit of the tree of the knowledge Continue reading 101 broken people that God used anyway
Obedience to God’s commands is a central theme throughout the Bible. From the commandments given to Moses on Mount Sinai to the message of the Apostles in the early church, the importance of obedience to God’s word is clear. As believers, we are called to follow God’s commands and to keep His word. When we do, we can experience blessings Continue reading Obedience to God’s commands leads to blessings and rewards
Proverbs 21:3 states, “To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.” This verse teaches that actions that promote justice and righteousness are more important to God than offering sacrifices. In this Bible study, we will explore the meaning of “justice” and “judgment” in this verse, as well as the importance of these actions in the Continue reading Justice and judgment is more acceptable than sacrifice