For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. (Romans 15:4 NIV) I am one of those people that is intrigued by books and movies that are “based…
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Faith first, then works…
Salvation comes through faith in the redeeming work of Christ on the cross. That’s the only way. Good works are evidence of a changed heart. Of the power of the Holy Spirit to make us new. There are no works that can be done in lieu of accepting Christ’s payment…
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Opportunity in persecution?
Jesus warned his followers of a time that would come when they would face persecution because of his name. He warned them of a time to come when they would stand trial before kings and governors because they were his followers. Then he told them why this would happen. …But…
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Cross to bear
Have you heard the saying: “We all have a cross to bear?” Jesus tells us that in order to be his disciple we must “carry our own cross” and follow him (Luke 14:27). If you’ve ever seen a movie or television depiction of the story of Jesus, think about the…
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Trust…and remember
I bet when we have a chance to ask God what the most popular question he is asked is, he will tell us it is the question, “Why?” Even Christians with complete faith in God wonder “why” when things happen that we can’t explain or understand. And even when we’re…