James 2:26 is one of the most misunderstood texts in the bible, “For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also” (NKJV). This verse is often a reminder of the fear that permeates many of the professed Christian churches. I have heard many sincere ministers counsel their church … [Read more…]
Richard Dawkins, one of the most famous atheists of the 21st Century, is noted for asking the age-old question: If God created the Universe then who created God? He then goes on to state that if it is illogical for the building blocks of the universe to “pop” into existence then it is even more … [Read more…]
Religion is not a game. God is real. Everything that we do in our lifetime has real consequences. Some may think that they are getting away with bad behavior, but every person who lives will be judged by God and held accountable for their actions. Right now, God might seem like an illusion. Religion might … [Read more…]
Your spirit speaks to me this mystery The love of God who died for one like me The power of your blood to free from sin The grace and peace that fill us from within. Jesus paid the debt I could not pay The Father stops to listen when I pray I stand before the … [Read more…]
“All I can say in this affair is that, however mysterious the leadings of Providence are, I have no doubt but they are superintended by an infinitely wise God.” ~William Carey One of the main objections to Christianity is the question of evil and suffering. If God is all powerful and good, then why does … [Read more…]
God will never tell us anything that is contrary to the plain teachings of the Holy Scriptures. The more we learn of the Bible the easier it is to discern the voice of God in our daily walk with Him. Most of the time He is simply reminding of us what He has already said … [Read more…]
For Bible study I am reading commentaries on the book of Revelation. During these studies I see that there are many ways to approach the book in light of its linguistic, grammatical, historical, and spiritual contexts. Not everyone agrees on times, dates, symbols, or events. It almost seems that the book was written for ancient … [Read more…]