The Apostle Paul's letter to the Church in Colossae is refreshing to both mind and soul, being not merely informative regarding the character and nature of Jesus but also a refreshing breath for those who find their peace in him. Colossians 1:9-14 is no exception. Herewithin, Paul writes to the faithful, telling them of how … Continue reading 4 Steps to Walk in a Manner Pleasing to God
The most profound reality of your life—the truth that you are united to Christ—can transform not only your eternity but every moment of your day. If you are a believer, you are united to Christ at this very moment. Did you remember that this morning when you rose and began your daily routine? How will this knowledge … Continue reading The Daily Impact of Union with Christ
What does it truly mean for God to remove our sins "as far as the east is from the west"? It's a declaration of infinite grace, reaching farther than we often dare to imagine. When Scripture says that the Lord removes our sins from us as far as the east is from the west, it … Continue reading As Far as the East is From the West
Do you ever wonder if you are truly secure in God’s hands? Maybe you feel the weight of your own shortcomings or worry that somehow you could slip away. In John 10:27-29, Jesus gives us a promise that reaches beyond our fears and doubts. A.W. Pink unfolds this beautifully: our salvation isn’t resting on anything … Continue reading 7 Reasons a Christian’s Salvation is Secure
Jason lay in bed, weakened and restless, unaware that the thorns piercing his life were the very tools God was using to save him from himself. He lay sick in bed in the middle of the business day as the cool breeze from the window rushed over him. He wondered how it had come to this. It wasn't the first time he had been here, and he hated every minute of it, but before it was all over, he would bless the Lord for the very thing that laid him low. Life had been busy for Jason for months now. He worked for... CLICK TO READ MORE.
A holy person is reminded of the evil in their own heart when they see others sin. Bernard tells of an old man who would weep whenever he saw someone sin. When asked why he grieved so deeply over another’s wrongdoing, the man replied, “He fell today, and I may fall tomorrow.” The sins of … Continue reading A Holy Heart’s Response to the Sins of Others
Dead. Black. Harmful. Guilty. These are not words that described a mere principle within me; they described me. Though life coursed through my veins, I was spiritually dead, and death was to be the only wage I would merit—not simply physical death, but eternal death. Flesh was the only word that could describe me. As … Continue reading A Soul Restored
One of the most important questions we can ask ourselves is what God thinks of us. One has pointed out that in every man, there are four different men: the man whom the neighbors see, the man whom one's family sees, the man whom the person himself sees, and the man whom God sees. The … Continue reading Trust the One Who Knows You Best
There is an often overlooked event in Exodus chapter 4. It occurs right after the burning bush when Moses speaks with God and then sets out on a journey to do what God commanded. The passage says, "At the lodging place on the way, the Lord met him [Moses] and sought to put him to … Continue reading When God Came to Kill Moses
Every Christian wants to bring his or her faith into the workplace, school, society, and our culture. But how do we do it? At the upcoming God and Culture conference, a slate of expert speakers will shed light on this all-important question. Topics include Christianity and politics, modern culture’s relationship with Christianity, and the difference between Christianity … Continue reading God and Culture Conference
The Fight of Faith 