Attitude Check: Are Our Prayers Selfish? (1 Sam 3.17)

“May God do so to you and more also, if you hide anything from me of all that he told you.”1 Samuel 3.17 Background In the last passage, we read of Samuel’s birth and his mother’s vow to dedicate him to God. When he was old enough, he went to live with the prophet Eli… Continue reading Attitude Check: Are Our Prayers Selfish? (1 Sam 3.17)

Unsearchable Riches of Christ for Glory to God

The gold of New Jerusalem signifies God in His intrinsic nature and the glory, the light of the city, is His expression. The city has, and needs, only one lamp to fill it with the divine light. This lamps is Christ— “the glory of God illumined [New Jerusalem], and its lamp is the Lamb” (Rev. 21:23).… Continue reading Unsearchable Riches of Christ for Glory to God

Broken Down Walls – Ephesians 2:11-22

Ephesians 2:11-22 Ephesians, an epistle, addressed to Ephesus—a church cherished by Paul, holds tremendous significance. Early church oral traditions suggest Ephesus as the birthplace of the compiled Bible, underscoring its profound importance among the seven churches in Asia. Paul’s initial discourse to the Ephesian church delves into predestination, as evident in Ephesians 1. This profound… Continue reading Broken Down Walls – Ephesians 2:11-22

“In mind, slave to God’s law; in the sinful nature, slave to the law of sin” – Romans 7:24-25

“What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death? Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, I myself in my mind am a slave to God’s law, but in my sinful nature a slave to the law of sin.”… Continue reading “In mind, slave to God’s law; in the sinful nature, slave to the law of sin” – Romans 7:24-25

[Romans Study 3-2] Paul And The Gospel (Romans 1:1-7)

[Romans Study 3-2]  Paul And The Gospel [Romans 1:1-7] 1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God— 2 the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures 3 regarding his Son, who as to his human nature was a descendant… Continue reading [Romans Study 3-2] Paul And The Gospel (Romans 1:1-7)

Giving God Thanks This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is finally upon us! And that means Christmas will soon be here. Often we focus so much on the latter that we miss today’s important American holiday. But I like the fact that Thanksgiving isn’t centered around buying presents, decorating trees and homes, etc. Instead, it’s about getting together with family and friends and… Continue reading Giving God Thanks This Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving: Jesus is the horn of plenty

By Elizabeth Prata Romans 8:14-17: For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving: Jesus is the horn of plenty

10 common faith-related questions Christians ask themselves

Do you ever find yourself pondering questions about your faith? Many Christians share similar thoughts as they navigate their spiritual journeys.  In this article, we will explore some common faith-related questions Christians often think of. Whether you are a seasoned follower or just starting to explore your faith, these are likely to resonate with you.… Continue reading 10 common faith-related questions Christians ask themselves