“What does the Bible say about second chances?” Answer: God is not only the God of second chances; He is the God of another chance. This is good news because most of us mess up the second chance fairly quickly. One of the amazing facets of God’s character is His incredible patience with us. Psalm […]
“Why is it important to study the Bible in context? What is wrong with taking verses out of context?”……It’s important to study Bible passages and stories within their context. Taking verses out of context leads to all kinds of error and misunderstanding. Understanding context begins with four principles: literal meaning (what it says), historical setting […]
“Why does God test us?”……When we ask why God tests us, or allows us to be tested, we are admitting that testing does indeed come from Him, as clearly taught in Scripture. Although we are forbidden to test Him. Deuteronomy 6:16You must not test the Lord your God as you did when you complained at […]
The Beauty of Holiness, Part 1…"He appointed singers unto the LORD, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out before the army, and to say, Praise the LORD; for his mercy endureth for ever." (2 Chronicles 20:21) In today's verse, a key phrase occurs that is easy to miss. Some Bible […]
Our Refuge…Psalm 46:1-2…“God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.… So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea.“ …Psalm 9:9…The Lord is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble.……What a comfort it is, in these days of turmoil […]
The Beauty of Holiness, Part 2…"Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? Who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders?" (Exodus 15:11) The objective, stunning beauty of holiness (2 Chronicles 20:21) has profound ramifications for theology. Scripture identifies God as supremely holy (Leviticus 11:44-451 Peter 1:16). Therefore, He […]
Is there a God ? Does God exist? The following offers honest, straight-forward reasons to believe in God… By Marilyn Adamson Just once wouldn’t you love for someone to simply show you the evidence for God’s existence? No arm-twisting. No statements of, “You just have to believe.” Well, here is an attempt to offer some […]