Uncategorized

Perhaps one of the most misunderstood and abused passages in the New Testament is found in what the Apostle Paul wrote to the church in Ephesus, “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9). Many of our denominational friends believe that this verse means one must “only believe” in order to be saved, because there is absolutely nothing one…

A rather obscure name appears 11 different times in the Old and New Testaments. It is a name that is also used to describe Jesus, “Where Jesus has gone before us, as a high priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek,” (Hebrews 6:20). With such an important distinction ascribed to him, who was this person, exactly? Why is he associated with Jesus? Let’s see what we can learn about this personality by opening the pages of the Bible. Melchizedek…

erhaps the oldest question mankind has asked himself is “Why am I here?” It is known as the fundamental existential question, which stems other questions like: “What is the meaning of life?”, or, “Why did God create us?” They are all good questions and many have struggled with them over the centuries. The truth of the matter is, God has given us the answer in His Holy Word. Unfortunately, many just do not like the answer. Truth #1: Mankind does…

To build a house, or any building for that matter, one needs blueprints. Blueprints are detailed technical drawings that outline the building’s design, show the floor plan and elevations, provide measurements, and list the material specifications for construction. They serve as a central, accurate guide to ensure accuracy, safety, and consistency across all stages of construction. If everyone involved doesn’t use the same set of blueprints, it is highly unlikely that the building will be completed according to its original,…

by Troy Spradlin In today’s world, the lines between right and wrong often blur, making truth feel elusive. To complicate things further, some people have crowned themselves as the ultimate judges of morality. But who appointed them to this lofty role? What gives them the right to decide for everyone else? When it comes to faith, the waters are just as muddied. So, how can we be sure what is truly correct? Who has the authority to define right and…

But the angel answered and said to the women, ?Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; for He is risen, as He said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. (Matthew 28:5-6) Every year on this Sunday, people professing faith in Christ around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. I am thankful the masses are recognizing the most important event in history on this day, but I…