When closing a section of writing, or even at the close of an epistle, Paul would often use the words, “Finally, brethren.” That would usually be followed by a few succinct, yet very important, words of exhortation or admonitions. This week I want to look at five of those closings. Let us begin with what […]
Offering sacrificing to God has always been a part of spiritual service. While under the Law of Moses the people were to offer to God animal sacrifices, today our sacrifices are spiritual in nature (1 Peter 2:5). Regardless of the type of sacrifice offered, God has always demanded that those offering give their best. Leviticus […]
John 3:16 (ESV) 16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. This might be the most popular passage in the entire Bible. More importantly, it sets forth a syn-opsis of God’s plan of salvation. The redemption of mankind […]
When we think of the characteristics of God, we usually think of things that are beneficial to us. This is not surprising since the majority of those characteristics work in our favor. Because of this, however, the wrath of God is largely ignored when discussing the nature of God, at least by man. The Bible […]
We have been observing different characteristics of God this week. We have seen that God is merciful and patient. Another characteristic or attribute of God’s is grace. God grace is what al-lows us to have confidence in our salvation in spite of our many shortcomings. Sadly, there is much confusion about the subject of grace. […]
If there is one characteristic that we should be very happy that God has, it is the fact that He is longsuffering. If it were not for the patience of God, we would have little hope of making it to Heaven. Patience, however, is something that God has always shown in His dealings with man, […]
God is the progenitor of mercy. He gave birth to the concept of being merciful. 2 Corinthians 1:3 (ESV) 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, To show mercy is to demonstrate pity and compassion. From the time sin was introduced […]
By Mike Davis There was a popular game show on television called “Concentration.” The host I remember was Hugh Downs, although several other men hosted the show through the years. Contestants would choose a number between one and thirty, behind which was a prize. If the prizes matched, you won the prize. The player matching […]
The greatest value of the Word of God is its power to save. It is amazing that there is so much talk today about being saved by faith alone. It does not seem to matter that the Bible never says that. It is preached like it was stated on every page of the Word of […]
Are you satisfied with where you are spiritually? I am afraid that too many Christians have grown content with their spiritual condition, believing that where they are is good enough. “After all,” they say, “if where I am spiritually is good enough to get me to heaven, why should I be concerned with being better?” […]