The Bible often warns its readers regarding the damage and injury that the tongue may inflict. However, it does talk about speaking at the right time as well. But before speaking, there are certain requirements that should be met. First, the statement should be the truth. Whether it is hurtful or not, as long as… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Speaking the Truth in Love?
Devote Ourselves to the Work of God – 1 Corinthians 15:58
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” – 1 Corinthians 15:58 A lot of hardships and challenges are being thrown at us the moment we become Christians.… Continue reading Devote Ourselves to the Work of God – 1 Corinthians 15:58
Become One in Love
A dispute also arose among them as to which of them was considered to be greatest. Jesus said to them, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them; and those who exercise authority over them call themselves Benefactors. But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like… Continue reading Become One in Love
Believe and Accept Jesus Christ – John 3:36
“Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life, for God’s wrath remains on them.” – John 3:36 This chapter is where the famous verse that almost all Christians should know because it summarizes the whole meaning of the Gospel. Our verse today also came from John … Continue reading Believe and Accept Jesus Christ – John 3:36
Perplexed, But Not in Despair
Does Everyone Inherit Sin from Adam and Eve?
Adam and Eve were created by God and originally lived in the Garden of Eden apart from sin. In Genesis 3, the serpent (Satan) tempted Eve and she and Adam ate from the fruit of the tree from which God commanded them not to eat. They received judgment from God, including physical death, and then had… Continue reading Does Everyone Inherit Sin from Adam and Eve?
What Does the Bible Say about Preaching the Gospel?
Before going to the verses talking about preaching, it would first be helpful to identify what kind of gospel should be preached. According to the Apostle Paul, the gospel he received from God contained the death, burial and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. Because Christ became victorious over sin, death and hell, He has… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Preaching the Gospel?
Value Others Above Yourself – Philippians 2:3-4
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” Philippians 2:3-4 The best way to show selflessness is through loving others. But when we become tired of doing so, love becomes a ritual… Continue reading Value Others Above Yourself – Philippians 2:3-4
Because of Christ We are His Children – Galatians 3:26
“So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith” – Galatians 3:26 There is a false teaching that all members of the human race are children of God and that all men are universal sons of the Almighty. This is not only dangerous but unscriptural, for only the regenerate are made children… Continue reading Because of Christ We are His Children – Galatians 3:26
What Does It Mean to “Work Out Your Salvation”?
work out your salvation with fear and trembling; (Philippians 2 2:12e) The fifth motive for believers’ working out their sanctification is understanding the consequences of sin. Although God is loving, merciful, and forgiving, He nevertheless holds believers accountable for disobedience. Like John, Paul understood well that “if we say that we have no sin, we… Continue reading What Does It Mean to “Work Out Your Salvation”?