“But recall the former days in which, after you were illuminated, you endured a great struggle with sufferings: partly while you were made a spectacle both by reproaches and tribulations, and partly while you became companions of those who were so treated; for you had compassion on me in my chains, and joyfully accepted the … [Read more…]
1 Samuel 13:1-15 The Philistines had gathered together in Michmash to fight with Israel with thirty thousand chariots, six thousand horsemen, and people “as the sand which is on the seashore in multitude” (13:5). The men of Israel there saw that they were in danger and hid themselves, and some even fled across the Jordan. … [Read more…]
“But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Heb. 11:6). Pleasing faith expresses itself in action. “By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which … [Read more…]
“Now Amalek came and fought with Israel in Rephidim. And Moses said to Joshua, “Choose us some men and go out, fight with Amalek. Tomorrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the rod of God in my hand.” So Joshua did as Moses said to him, and fought with Amalek. And … [Read more…]
“Now these things, brethren, I have figuratively transferred to myself and Apollos for your sakes, that you may learn in us not to think beyond what is written, that none of you may be puffed up on behalf of one against the other” (1 Corinthians 4:6). Why must we not think beyond or “exceed” (NASB) … [Read more…]
First, what is baptism in the name of Jesus Christ? Baptism in the name of Jesus Christ is immersion in water for the remission of sins for the one who has heard and believes the gospel, has repented of his sins and has confessed Jesus as Lord and Christ (Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; Romans 10:9-10). … [Read more…]
The Bible teaches that baptism stands between being lost and being saved. Prior to being baptized, one is still lost in his sins, but after baptism, one is saved (Acts 22:16; Mark 16:16). But we must not overlook the pre-requisites to scriptural baptism. Let us ask and answer this question then: Who is a proper … [Read more…]
A will is a legal document that states the testator’s instructions to be carried out after his death. The Hebrews writer describes Jesus as a testator who had to die in order for His will or testament to go into effect: “And for this reason He is the Mediator of the new covenant, by means … [Read more…]
Everyone possesses things he considers precious. Perhaps they are jewels of great price, family photographs, or even memories that are especially dear. But the Bible speaks of several precious things. Let’s consider those things God considers very costly and of great value. The word of the Lord is precious “And the word of the Lord … [Read more…]
We all have them – unfinished projects. We walk past them, and they stare at us as if to mock us. We are reminded by their presence that what we set out to do, we never completed. While this may be true of some of our earthly efforts, we must not let it be true … [Read more…]