The Suffering Savior

"In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered (Heb. 2:9)." A famous evangelist told the following incident: "I have a friend who in a time of business recession lost his job,... Continue Reading →

The Whole Gospel to the Whole World

Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are... Continue Reading →

POWERFUL PRAYER

Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples. And he said to them, "When you pray, say: "Father, hallowed by your name. Your kingdom come. Give us each day our daily bread, and forgive... Continue Reading →

  "Therefore, holy brothers,1 you who share in a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession, 2 who was faithful to him who appointed him, just as Moses also was faithful in all God's house. 3 For Jesus has been counted worthy of more glory than Moses—as much more glory as... Continue Reading →

HOPE

            Romans 8:24-25 "For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience." As Alexander the Great was preparing for his conquest... Continue Reading →

Jesus the Relational God

  "Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us then with confidence draw... Continue Reading →

God’s Truth: Everything is Nothing without Love

It is certain that all of us will die someday. It is a sober reality that plagues the human heart and often people don’t want to discuss this reality. Solomon said in Ecclesiastes that it is better to go to a house of mourning than a house of feasting since death is the destiny of... Continue Reading →

What is a mission statement? Both Christians and non-Christians talk about this concept. Businesses think through missions. The Coca-Cola mission statement is to refresh the world, inspire moments of optimism, and to make value and difference in the world. Armies strategize their missions to protect and serve their country. Ordinary people may say their mission... Continue Reading →

Life On The Vine: Growing In Our Sanctification Through Jesus Christ

Before our son was born, my wife and I would read books, articles, and watch videos about the growth and development inside the womb. I recall week 2, where he was only the size of a sesame seed and his heart was beginning to beat for the first time. At week 15, our son was the... Continue Reading →

What is the Kingdom of God and Why Does it Matter?

The Kingdom of God is a key theme Jesus taught in the New Testament. The word Kingdom appears 162 times and is predominant in the synoptic gospel of Matthew. Oxford scholar R.T. France states: "Some scholars see it as a Christian lifestyle, some as a method of world evangelization, some as the rediscovery of charismatic gifts,... Continue Reading →

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