What Doctrine Gives You the Most Joy?
I came across this question recently, "What Bible doctrine gives you the most joy?". We don't usually think of doctrine as something which gives us joy. Many doctrines of God are deep and keep our minds occupied trying to discover the truth of the matter. We think of the doctrine of the Trinity. How can … Continue reading What Doctrine Gives You the Most Joy?
INSIGHT
Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defined the word “insight”as, “the power or act of seeing into a situation.” Wise living requires insight. Otherwise suffering will be multiplied. The book of Proverbs is devoted to sharing wisdom or insight for living. In chapter nine of that book we read, “Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” To him … Continue reading INSIGHT
Dogmatics
God’s Gracious Promises of Life in the Covenants
That God is the source of life is presented in the creation of the heavens and the earth. That life given by God to man was rejected as sin was accepted. From that point forward sinfulness increased on the earth till "God saw the earth, and behold, it was corrupt, for all flesh had corrupted … Continue reading God’s Gracious Promises of Life in the Covenants
Showers of Blessing
"There shall be showers of blessing: This is the promise of love; There shall be seasons refreshing, Sent from the Savior above. Showers of blessing, Showers of blessing we need; Mercy-drops round us are falling, But for the showers we plead." God's promises are showers of blessings. This doesn't mean that there will not be … Continue reading Showers of Blessing
The Immutability of God
What Is Immutability? You may have heard this phrase or description of God all your life but never really understood what it means. The immutability of God refers to his unchanging nature. He does not change in his character, his nature, his purposes, or his will. "It is that perfection of God by which He … Continue reading The Immutability of God
Except Ye Repent
Jesus said, "Unless you repent, you will all perish as well" (Luke 13:3 & 5). Repentance is a change in behavior which stems from a change in thinking. Repentance is so closely linked with forgiveness that the terms are used almost interchangeably in 2 Peter 3:9 and Luke 17:4. Repentance is a prerequisite for forgiveness … Continue reading Except Ye Repent
Giving Our All
Paul wrote, "For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will … Continue reading Giving Our All
Ready to Go
I am so ready for Heaven. I hope you are too. Part of our daily experience tells us that we aren't where we are supposed to be. We are "shocked" to learn that children are growing up and that we ourselves are growing older. These things are normal to life here on this earth. Why … Continue reading Ready to Go
Donnie's Dogmatics 