The words of Romans 3:19-20 are all too clear. “Now we know that whatever the law says it speaks to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be stopped, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. 20 For by works of the law no human being will be justified … Continue reading Freedom from Sin Through Grace, Propitiation, and Faith
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Happy Life #4
A happy life is made by happy relationships. The primary relationship is, of course, our relationship with God. God has done so much to be "with us." Isaiah 7:14 tells us that Jesus is "Immanuel" or "God with us." Jesus' entry into the world is described in John 1. He was "the light coming into … Continue reading Happy Life #4
Freedom in Grace
Grace has been defined as God’s riches at Christ’s expense. We should try to preach grace as often as you can, as much as you can, for as much of the glory of God as you can. One of the beautiful pictures of grace in the Bible is the story of Mephibosheth the son of … Continue reading Freedom in Grace
“WE” faith
“Faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, “Abraham!” And he said, “Here I am.” 2 He said, “Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer … Continue reading “WE” faith
Personal Sacrifice
"What is man that thou art mindful of him?" David asked. It is intimidating to fathom the depths of God's love for his creation. To help put our emotions to words, Isaac Watts penned the words to the great song, "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross". When I survey the wondrous cross On which the … Continue reading Personal Sacrifice
SACRIFICE
Sacrifice is probably one of our least favorite things on our to do list. We are in it for me. But Gods Book is full of sacrifices. Various animal sacrifices were made in the Patriarchal age. God gave very specific designations of sacrifices to be made for specific purposes in the Old Testament. But all … Continue reading SACRIFICE
How to Happy Life #2
The Lord’s invitation is for you. His promises are for you. So you stand at a fork in the road and must choose a path. The path we choose is determined by choices we make. Therefore, we must examine the power of decisions. Each one, though seemingly small, determines the path and outcome of our … Continue reading How to Happy Life #2
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