Theology, Poetry, Devotionals
"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." -Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV) What an incredible verse highlighting the good news that God saves sinners. In this article, I will explain why this verse concerning... Continue Reading →
God enthroned above. Stronger than a lion's jaw. Gentler than a dove. In this haiku, I wanted to express my deep adoration for the living God. He is enthroned above. He is the ruler over all the kings and queens of the earth. His kingdom has no end. The Lord most high is majestic and... Continue Reading →
"And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:7 God promises us in Philippians 4:7 that he will impart to us a peace that will help guard our hearts and minds through Jesus Christ in this ruthless world. Jesus said, "Blessed are the... Continue Reading →
Sermon by Chad A. Damitz Introduction Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the Jewish year. It is considered the Sabbath of Sabbaths. It represents the atonement of repentance and forgiveness. Once a year, the high priest enters the holy of holies to sprinkle the blood of a bull offered and a goat as atonement... Continue Reading →
In December of 2007, I gave my heart to the Lord. I knew my life was full of sin and that God was gracious and compassionate. I understood that He died on the cross for my sins. I remember hearing at a young age: “Jesus loves me this I know, for the Bible tells me... Continue Reading →
“Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in Him. For all that is in the world–the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and the pride of life–is not from the Father but is from the... Continue Reading →
Skeptics today have been influenced by the Christ-Myth theory. This movement began from the German scholar David Strauss in 1808. It gained strength at the University of Gottingen in the 19th century but soon declined as these claims were more scrutinized. Today, most scholars, including non-Christians such as Bart Erhman, refute this notion that Christianity... Continue Reading →
"Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you." - James 1:21 There is a good friend of mine who made this simple yet profound statement: "Either the Bible will keep you from sin, or sin will keep... Continue Reading →
What’s the kindest deed or action a stranger has done for you? Not your family, friend, or co-worker. What’s the kindest deed a stranger has done for you? I want you to think about that for a moment. When I was a sophomore at the University of Indianapolis, I lived in a rental house about... Continue Reading →
Creation "Then God said, Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground." - Genesis 1:26 Sin "For the... Continue Reading →
