The fig-tree clothing of self-righteousness is utterly unavailing; the Lord who walks amid the trees of the garden strips it away--it cannot abide His righteous glance, His avenging scrutiny.
Why Did Jesus Curse the Fig Tree? – John MacDuff
The Triumphal Entry – John MacDuff
It is the loveliest season in the Palestine year, when, the rain "over and gone;" the Mount of Olives is carpeted with green, and fresh foliage is clothing its varied groves.
The Spiritual Meaning of the Triumphal Entry – J.R. Miller
There must have been a deep spiritual meaning in the triumphal entry, since Jesus Himself planned it!
Willful Sin and the Fearful Expectation of Judgment
This verse has caused many people undue anxiety. J. Vernon McGee says, that this verse should cause the hair on the back of our necks to stand up, but not in the way it does for many who read it out of context.
Where Justice and Mercy Kiss – Thomas Brooks
The imputed righteousness of Christ will answer all of the fears, doubts, and objections of your soul. How shall I look up to God?--In the righteousness of Christ. How shall I have communion with a holy God?--In the righteousness of Christ? How shall I find acceptance with God?--In the righteousness of Christ. How shall I … Continue reading Where Justice and Mercy Kiss – Thomas Brooks
Jesus, My Refiner
"He shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver."--Mal. 3:3 My soul! your Refiner and Purifier is Jesus. Jesus shapes all your trials; Jesus sends all your afflictions; Jesus mingles all your sorrows; Jesus shapes and balances all the clouds of your pilgrimage; Jesus prepares and heats the furnace that refines you as silver and purifies … Continue reading Jesus, My Refiner
It is the Blood that Saves
"And He said unto them, This is My blood of the new testament, shed for many." -Mark 14:24 Never did those lips, upon which grace shed its divinest, sweetest fragrance, utter words so precious as these. The language is figurative, but the truth is literal. "This is My blood," or, this cup is the 'emblem' … Continue reading It is the Blood that Saves
The Valley of Achor (Hosea 2:6-15)
This morning I had the privilege of preaching at Bethel Grace Baptist Church. The sermon is one that was heavy, but I pray, in the end, lifts you up. We serve a sovereign God, and any suffering you experience in this life will not be wasted. Often, it is in that valley that you hear … Continue reading The Valley of Achor (Hosea 2:6-15)
Longing to Die Yet Eager to Live
There are tensions in the Christian life which are the direct result of knowing Jesus. These are tensions we are meant to feel. They seem to be two desires pulling us in two different directions, but in reality, they are two balancing forces driving us toward holiness and happiness. One of these tensions is the … Continue reading Longing to Die Yet Eager to Live
Earthly Glory Always Fades
Earthly glory always fades. I have been reminded of this over the past few weeks by the death of a couple of celebrities. No matter how beautiful the bloom, the flower will start to fade. These were people who had the world by the tail, but it is all gone now. For those who have … Continue reading Earthly Glory Always Fades
The Fight of Faith 