“Paul teaches that God is not mocked and that we will reap what we sow. How do I understand that living under the grace of God and not the law. Will God reward me for doing good?” “Be not deceived; … Continue reading →

“Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, Who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye … Continue reading →

“Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God” (John 3:5) A couple of verses earlier, the Lord Jesus Christ told the … Continue reading →

“There seems to be some confusion over the future resurrections these days. C. I. Scofield, for example, taught that at the Rapture, ‘Not Church saints only, but all bodies of the saved, of whatever dispensation, are included in the first … Continue reading →

When our Lord had finished His familiar discourse on “the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven,” He said: “THEREFORE, EVERY SCRIBE WHICH IS INSTRUCTED UNTO THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN IS LIKE A MAN THAT IS AN HOUSEHOLDER, WHO BRINGS FORTH … Continue reading →

John 17:1-26 is the longest recorded prayer of Christ in Scripture. During His earthly ministry, Christ frequently prayed to the Father (Matt. 11:25-26; 14:19,23; Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12; John 11:41-42), but very little of the content of those prayers is … Continue reading →

“And the Lord God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there He put the man whom He had formed” (Gen. 2:8). The Greek name for the Garden of Eden is Paradise (Gr. paradeisos, “beautiful garden”). While this garden is … Continue reading →

A RELIGIOUS CHURCH MEMBER AND A WOMAN IN SIN Before we study the very interesting story of the two persons who visited one day in the home of a self-righteous religious church member whose name was Simon, let us read … Continue reading →

Did you hear about the man who said that his grandfather predicted the sinking of the Titanic? He said he tried to tell everyone, from the people in charge, right on down to the people who bought tickets. But they … Continue reading →

“And the second angel sounded, and as it were a great mountain burning with fire was cast into the sea: and the third part of the sea became blood; And the third part of the creatures which were in the sea, and had … Continue reading →

In Iran, it is standard practice for families to oversee the execution of one who murders a family member. They are also given the choice to pardon the offender. On April 15, 2014, Samereh Alinejad watched as a noose was … Continue reading →

In 1978, doctors discovered cancer in the left eye of Ron Hamilton and determined his eye needed to be removed. Just before going into surgery, a comforting verse came to Ron’s mind that later became the theme for a song … Continue reading →

Some leaders of nations are feared, while others are revered (meaning to feel deep respect or admiration). Among the most respected American politicians in recent American history is Ronald Reagan. Thousands stood in line all night to touch his casket; … Continue reading →

When soldiers are behind enemy lines during war, communication with commanding officers and artillery are critical. During World War II, the U.S. Army directed Privates Ben Yahzee and Charlie Whitehorse to communicate with superiors on the radio using “The Navajo … Continue reading →

When America was attacked on 9/11, it shook our nation to its core. Almost immediately, there was a patriotic surge of people voluntarily joining the armed services to defend our country. Among these brave men and women was Pat Tillman, … Continue reading →

“All warfare is based on deception. Hold out baits to entice the enemy. Feign disorder, and crush him.” – Sun Tzu Roughly twenty-five hundred years ago, military strategist and philosopher Sun Tzu wrote The Art of War, which may be … Continue reading →

“Paul teaches that God is not mocked and that we will reap what we sow. How do I understand that living under the grace of God and not the law. Will God reward me for doing good?” “Be not deceived; … Continue reading →

“Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ” (Titus 2:13). Christ could return to catch away the Church, the Body of Christ, at the Rapture anytime, day or night. We … Continue reading →

John 17:1-26 is the longest recorded prayer of Christ in Scripture. During His earthly ministry, Christ frequently prayed to the Father (Matt. 11:25-26; 14:19,23; Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12; John 11:41-42), but very little of the content of those prayers is … Continue reading →

“What is of predominant importance in your teachings, the gospel message or dispensational message? And which message brings salvation?” This question is often asked of us by those who feel we are causing division through our teaching of doctrine. But … Continue reading →

“Some years ago, an energetic young man began as a clerk in a hardware store. Like many old-time hardware stores, the inventory included thousands of dollars worth of items that were obsolete or seldom called for by customers. The young … Continue reading →

I was recently at a doctor’s appointment when he began to ask questions about the Bible. He knew I was a pastor and the editor of a Christian magazine. His background was from a prominent religious denomination. The conversation eventually … Continue reading →

The gospel of salvation is revealed in 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. This is the the passage that clearly defines the gospel by which people can be saved today. The death, burial, and resurrection of Christ are verifiable, uncompromised, rock-solid facts that … Continue reading →