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
This verse does not mean we have to ignore our senses (touch, sight, hearing, smell, and taste) or turn off the intelligence of our brains, to live as good Christians. It does not mean we have to blindly, stupidly, stagger through life based on “faith” of our leaders. But you might think so based on the number of cults that Continue reading We walk by faith, not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7)
We are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Jesus Christ alone. But we are not supposed to remain in the new-born baby state forever. The Bible says “add to your faith” because this pattern is intended for our lives. The Bible describes a pattern for our lives in the relationship of God the father, God the son, and Continue reading Add to your faith (2 Peter 1:5)
The Bible says we should follow the faith of godly leaders. Therefore “who” we follow is important—what direction are they leading us? And “why” we follow them is even more important—what is our motivation and purpose? But “how” we follow them is the most important—will we reach the destination or barely begin the journey? Remember your leaders who taught you Continue reading Whose faith follow (Hebrews 13:7)
Everyone wants to live in the exciting glory of the resurrection power of the risen Christ. We sing songs about his power and majesty. We delight in his power in us. And we praise the glorious future he has prepared for us. But first we must be willing to live as the humble savior who washed the feet of the Continue reading Live like the humble savior who washed your feet
Jesus often said, “Take courage be strong,” using the Greek word tharséō — to be emboldened from within with unflinching courage. And he said we should encourage one another the same way. Sometimes we need this more than ever. Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. Let Continue reading Encourage one another to take courage be strong