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The End of the Big Bang
The Lord Will Fight for You
If you are burdened with heavy responsibilities or battles, you will find encouragement in the book of Joshua as the Lord fights for Israel. You may be in over your head, unable to match the strength of what is before you, but you have a heavenly Father who can effectively act on your behalf. Right … Continue reading The Lord Will Fight for You
The Difference Between Justification and Sanctification
Justification and sanctification are not the same. Justification happens outside of us; sanctification takes place within us. One is about having righteousness credited to us, while the other involves righteousness being infused in us. Justification is a one-time event; sanctification is a gradual process. One person may be more sanctified than another, but no one … Continue reading The Difference Between Justification and Sanctification
Avoiding Gibeonite Deception in Modern Churches
We are all vulnerable to deception. Even the church, which has the truth of God's word and clear commands, can make poor choices if we do not seek the Lord's guidance. An illustration of our vulnerability can be found in the story of Israel and the Gibeonites in Joshua chapter 9. God had commanded Israel … Continue reading Avoiding Gibeonite Deception in Modern Churches
Silencing the Mockers Tongue
We live in a world full of revilers and mockers. Even Christians can fall into this behavior, but against the Lord and his people, there seems to be no limit to the blasphemies that come out of the mouths of men. It will soon come to an end. In the book of Joshua, we find … Continue reading Silencing the Mockers Tongue
4 Aspects of Being Made in God’s Image
What does it mean that God created us in his image? The Imago Dei is a topic that has been debated throughout church history. I do not expect this post to answer all the questions or be the final thought on the matter, but perhaps it may be helpful to prime the pump. In reading … Continue reading 4 Aspects of Being Made in God’s Image
The Search for Happiness
Sin and sorrow are tightly intertwined, forming unbreakable chains; thus, as one's engagement in sin intensifies, so does their experience of misery. This principle is reflected in the characterization of the devil as the most miserable being in the universe due to his extreme depravity. Conversely, there exists an inseparable connection between holiness and happiness. … Continue reading The Search for Happiness
How to Respond to False Accusations
There are few things more frustrating than being wrongly accused. I remember trying to bring peace to a situation where two people were at each other's throats. No matter what I tried, one person was unwilling to come to the table. This person refused to be reconciled because the other person accused her of doing … Continue reading How to Respond to False Accusations
Singing Lies in Church
Aiden W. Tozer once said, “Christians don’t tell lies–they just go to church and sing them!” This is one of those quotes that jolt us to the core once it is properly understood. Without context, however, many people misunderstand what he is saying. CLICK TO READ.
More Than Atonement
Salvation is an achievement no one could attain on their own; not even the mightiest angels in Heaven could accomplish it. The consequences of sin, including the anger of Almighty God, had to be addressed. Who could bear this immense burden? It would instantly crush even the mightiest archangel. No one could endure it except … Continue reading More Than Atonement
The Fight of Faith 