The Bible is filled with exhortations, admonitions, rebukes, and encouragements.  Concerning the Word of God, Paul wrote, “For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope” (Romans 15:4). The Bible is also a book full of warnings.  Often […]

In 1 Peter 1:5, Peter tells us that we are kept by the power of God.  The word “kept” meant, “To hem in or protect” (Strong).  What is the power of God that protects us spiritually and has the power to keep us from falling (Jude 1:24)?  The answer is the gospel of Christ. Romans […]

In Acts 2, after the resurrection of Christ, we have the first gospel sermon preached by Peter.  The theme of this sermon was Jesus, and particularly, His resurrection from the dead.  God, Peter tells us, has raised Him up and made Him both Lord and Christ (Acts 2:29-36).  Not only did God raise Jesus from […]

As Christians, we should never be content with our level of maturity in Christ.  Our goal should be to always grow in Christ.  In 2 Peter 1, urges us to do this very thing. 2 Peter 1:5 (NKJV) 5 But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith… While faith is […]