The Nine Gifts of the Holy Spirit (1 Corin 12:1-11) I
Most Christians are very much aware of the role the Holy Spirit plays in our salvation. He, by His internal work in human hearts, convicts the sinner of sin and…
Why The Frequent New Testament Warnings on Falling Away?
“If we are eternally saved, why then does the New Testament consistently warn believers against backsliding and falling away?” Simple: so that we do not become USELESS! Christianity does not…
Does Confession of Sins Restore Fellowship With God?
“We don’t confess our sins to be forgiven. We confess our sins to restore fellowship with God.” Sounds nice, but the New Testament never teaches that. In fact, one key…
Persecution—When Escape Becomes Necessary
Sometimes, it is permitted to take the path of escape during persecution. Jesus Himself taught His disciples, “When they persecute you in this city, flee to another...” (Matt 10:23). Elijah…
“We shall judge angels” (1 Corinthians 6:3)
Throughout Scripture, God alone is Judge, not His people (Gen 18:25, Pss 7:8, 9:8, 50:6, 96:13, 98:9, Isa 33:22, Jas 4:12). His people's only role, in His judgment, is to…
How does death FEEL?
How does death FEEL? We can know, because the Bible tells us. It feels like NOTHING; the dead remain unconscious (“sleep”), in their graves, until the Resurrection (Dan 12:2, cf.…
“…that you may prosper in all things and be in health” (3 John 1:2)
3 John 1:2 (NKJV) 2 Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. The KJV’s translation of this text…
Why Does God Leave Christians On The Earth After Salvation?
Salvation is ONCE FOR ALL. It is a perfect work, with resultant effects which endure for all eternity. The work of Christ has made us complete, “And you are complete…