There is much concern globally about religious freedom and persecution, and in the United States, many groups are worried about the fusion of religion and politics – but is religious freedom necessary to advance the gospel? Religious freedom and the gospel In modern times, people are extremely concerned about religious …
Read MoreOne of the most difficult things required of the Christian is to surrender one’s own will and commit to following God’s will. Here are some guidelines to understanding God’s will for you and using your free will. Using your free will to love God God gave all human beings free …
Read MoreBecause the New Testament was written to bring a new covenant to the Gentiles, there are some Christians who avoid reading the Old Testament altogether, but it’s vital to understanding God’s purpose through His word. The importance of the Old Testament for Christians “In the beginning God created the heaven …
Read MoreINRI…You’ve probably seen this sign on decorative crosses. When Jesus was crucified on the cross, a sign with the letters INRI was hung over his head. This angered the Jews. Was it a mockery or is there a deeper mystery? What does INRI on the cross of Christ? The Bible, …
Read MoreAmerica is predominantly Protestant, which doesn’t adhere to the concept of purgatory. Catholicism, Eastern orthodoxy, and a few others do believe in purgatory, but you might be surprised to learn that it’s a concept Jews, Jesus, and the apostles believed, too. What is purgatory? The first thing to know about …
Read MoreFor some people, it’s hard to take the Bible on faith alone – they need proof. Prophecy and history can do just that. Here are five “proofs” of biblical events that just may make you a believer… 1. Evidence for the destruction of Sodom Genesis chapter 19 the Bible tells …
Read MoreIn the Bible, Jesus teaches us he is the bread of life, tells us to pray for our daily bread, tells us we do not live by it alone, and talks about the bread that comes down from heaven. Why is bread so important in the Bible? The “bread” of …
Read MoreA pastor recently stated that when he asks Christians these two questions that most are unable to answer: Do you know what the gospel is? Do you know where to find it in the Bible? If you don’t…Here’s the answer you must know! What is the gospel? Where do you …
Read MoreCan we really start over in life? According to the Bible, we can be transformed and renewed in both our hearts and our minds through faith in Jesus Christ. Begin anew right where you are. Here’s how… Start over from where you are now “You can’t go back and change …
Read MoreOne concern that makes it difficult for many people to believe the Bible is true is its many miraculous stories, yet we are confronted with many hard-to-believe events occurring every day we take on faith without question. Belief in the hard-to-believe “That your faith might not rest in the wisdom …
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