Does Peter tell us the gospel was preached to the dead? 1 Peter 4:6 presents a theological complexity that warrants careful examination. It reads, "For this is why the gospel was preached even to those who are dead, that though judged in the flesh the way people are, they might live in the spirit the … Continue reading Was the Gospel Preached to the Dead? – Understanding 1 Peter 4:6
Many of us have slipped into an Evangelical assumption about the Christian life that does not align with Scripture. We live a Christian existence that is far from the biblical reality. We have begun to see the spiritual life as not much more than attending church to listen to sermons—some good, some bad, doing our … Continue reading Evangelical Assumptions About the Christian Life
It is sad to say that the precious doctrine of limited atonement is reviled by some. John Wesley and company used to refer to Calvinism as the “doctrine of demons,” and surely limited atonement was seen as the crown jewel in Satan’s coronet. This is a tragedy because this doctrine reveals to us the heart … Continue reading The Beauty of Limited Atonement
Based on how you lived last week, what was your primary pursuit? Was it career, money, recognition, promotion, family, pleasure, or something else? We often know what the correct answer should be, but our lives often paint another picture. We are all living for something; whatever it is, we believe it will bring us happiness … Continue reading Putting Jesus First in a World of Pleasures
Put yourself in this situation: you are chopping wood in a field when your ax head flies off and accidentally kills someone. Now imagine that this is a tribal land where due process has not yet been established for situations like these. Instead of a court of law, the custom is that the family of … Continue reading Seeing Jesus in the Cities of Refuge
Daniel chapter seven opens with a vision of four beasts, each more terrifying than the one before, but the Ancient of Days eclipses them all. The first beast was like a lion with eagle's wings, but its wings had been plucked off. It was lifted from the ground and made to stand on two feet … Continue reading Four Beasts and the Ancient of Days
Knowing God is in control and that he loves us should lead us to look for his loving hand even in our suffering. If you are facing difficulty right now, as a Christian, you may not fully understand what God is doing, but during it, you can look for the work of grace in your … Continue reading Seeing God’s Hand in Hardship
Just because we are free to do something in the Christian life does not mean we should. There are limits to Christian freedom, but how do we know what those limits are? Paul is quite clear in 1 Corinthians: anything not deemed sinful by the Word of God is permissible. He says, “All things are … Continue reading 3 Limits to Christian Liberty
What is the message I bring to you today? It is this. I think I am safe from the possibility of misunderstanding when I say we supremely need a little more sitting still, a little more silence, a little more time of listening to the voice of Jesus. I am speaking as much to my … Continue reading The Danger of a Restless Faith
I recently had the privilege of joining the Kurt and Kate Morning Show on Moody Radio, Florida, where we delved into two distinct topics regarding the Christian experience. The first discussion centered around the Lord providing us with strength during challenging times. We explored the article "Walking in God's Strength" and shared personal experiences and … Continue reading Exploring the Christian Experience
The Fight of Faith 