Tag: faith

Lazarus And The Rich Man

In Luke 16, Jesus emphasized the importance of God’s law and the preaching of the gospel. Right after that, He told a story of two men, one called Lazarus and the other a rich man. People have made a doctrinal issue about the afterlife around this story. Jesus, however, revealed the story’s point when He… Continue reading Lazarus And The Rich Man

How Can Your Faith be Stronger Because “The Earth is the Lord’s” (Psalm 24:1)?

How Can Your Faith be Stronger Because “The Earth is the Lord’s” (Psalm 24:1)? Psalm 24:1 tells us, “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.” But when we observe the degenerating condition of the earth, its chaotic world systems, and the people who do evil, it… Continue reading How Can Your Faith be Stronger Because “The Earth is the Lord’s” (Psalm 24:1)?

Christ’s Gentleness Makes Him Great – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries

Note from Randy: One of our challenges is to look at the complete Jesus revealed in Scripture. We dare not remake Him in our image, reducing Him only to our favorite attribute, love. By seeing Him in His holiness and love, His truth and His grace, we’ll learn to see the fullness of His beauty. Gentleness… Continue reading Christ’s Gentleness Makes Him Great – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries

How the Average Heathen (and Everyone Else) Lives out Their Theology-

As he thinks in his heart, so is he- Proverbs 23:7a NKJV One practical definition of theology would be:  Theology is the framework people use for understanding God and how God relates to all areas of life. Here’s the thing: All people, (atheist, Christian, agnostic, heathen, pagan, Buddhist, whatever) have a theology. Literally. All people. Theology isn’t just for monotheistic Jews,… Continue reading How the Average Heathen (and Everyone Else) Lives out Their Theology-

What Does a Mature Christian Look Like?

It’s common to talk about having a “personal relationship with Jesus.” Certainly, a good term but that phrase never appears in Scripture. The most common word to describe the Christian life is “walk.” Jesus invited His disciples—and us—to follow Him (Matt. 4:19; 16:24) and following implies walking. I like that picture. We’re not being asked to… Continue reading What Does a Mature Christian Look Like?

When You Feel Dropped by the Lord

Have you ever gone through a season where you felt dropped by the Lord? If you have not you will. It’s only a part of life, especially for those who seek God with their whole heart. We acknowledge God in all of our decision-making rejoicing in his goodness. Then, life happens. Not just once but… Continue reading When You Feel Dropped by the Lord

[Romans Study 6-3] Not Just Hearing But Doing (Romans 2:1-16)

[Romans Study 6-3] Not Just Hearing But Doing [Romans 2:1-16] Faith And Works “God,” said Paul, “will settle with each man according to his deeds.” To Paul, a faith that is not revealed in deeds is a travesty and a parody of true faith. In fact, it would not be a faith at all. Paul’s… Continue reading [Romans Study 6-3] Not Just Hearing But Doing (Romans 2:1-16)