1 Peter 2:4-5 says, “As you come to him, a living stone—rejected by people but chosen and honored by God—you yourselves, as living stones, a spiritual house, are being built to be a holy priesthood to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ” (CSB). At the very front of the verse, we see … Continue reading The Stones
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Priesthood of Just Some Believers?
When God’s people come together, we are all important and we all have work to do. Each one of us is a royal priest. The priesthood of every believer was lost to Catholic doctrine. The priests controlled the church and all the work of the church was done by the priests. They were viewed as … Continue reading Priesthood of Just Some Believers?
The Weight of the Church
God’s church finds her origin in the eternal mind of God and its perpetuity is further guaranteed the person of Christ. As Jonathan Edwards said, “God’s love to his saints has had being from all eternity. God often in his Word is setting [forth] how great his love is to his saints, how dear they … Continue reading The Weight of the Church
The Church in Christ Forever
Aggressive secularism continues to march powerfully across the intellectual and moral landscape of Western civilization. Some wonder if the church can continue in this secular age. Perhaps one might wonder if all the investments made for the church are worth the sacrifice. There have also been theologians who have downplayed the ontological union of Christ … Continue reading The Church in Christ Forever
Joy?
How do you feel when someone afflicts you with their bad attitude? Does their negativity increase productivity? Do you want to be around them? Do you want to be a part of their church? Do you want to be closer to God after being around them? It's easy for us to look at their … Continue reading Joy?
Resurrected Worship
Quoting Psalm 116.10, Paul said, "I believed, and therefore I did speak; we also believe, and therefore we also speak; knowing that he that raised up the Lord Jesus shall raise us up also with Jesus and present us with you" (2 Cor. 4:13-14). Psalm 116 is a most beautiful hymn of thanksgiving that shows … Continue reading Resurrected Worship
GOD’S PRESENCE IN THE GARDEN TEMPLE OF EDEN
God’s creation of the heavens and the earth provides the framework for understanding the entire Biblical narrative. The great themes of the human history begin in Genesis 1-3. The universe was not created just for mankind. It was created for God and mankind to dwell together. Therefore, the Garden of Eden functioned as a … Continue reading GOD’S PRESENCE IN THE GARDEN TEMPLE OF EDEN
Endless Redeeming Love for the Broken World
Brokenness fills our lives and our culture. Civilization continues to fall victim to brokenness and needs to be redeemed by love. The great struggles of our society are often the same great struggles which keep thousands away from God. The causes of abortion, divorce, abuse, and neglect are connected to the lack of godly … Continue reading Endless Redeeming Love for the Broken World
Heart Words: Harm or Holy
Our words can do horrible damage. James said, “the tongue is a fire, a world of unrighteousness. The tongue is set among members, staining the whole body, setting on fire the entire course of life, and set on fire by hell” (Js. 3:6). Our words can do holy work. Our words can praise God. John … Continue reading Heart Words: Harm or Holy
Together
"Fellowship" is a deep spiritual bond rooted in eternity and displayed in the lives of the church on earth. The Christian fellowship is the foundation of our togetherness. It's great to be together. But sometimes being together is hard. Sometimes it hurts. Sometimes being together means that I get offended. Sometimes being together means that … Continue reading Together
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