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…
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…
“…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…
A New People, A New Language.
Only salvation in Christ unites all men, irrespective of tribe, ethnicity or tongue (Rev 5:9, 7:9-10). The Apostle Paul says in Galatians 3, “For you are all sons of God…
The Gift of Tongues & The Issue of Cessationism.
There are some in the Body of Christ today who teach that miracles, signs and wonders (tongues inclusive) were not meant by God to persist past the apostolic age (i.e.…
The Bible: The Book of Truth Containing Lies.
It is a mistake to assume that EVERYTHING contained in the Bible is commended, approved or supported by the Bible. The whole Bible is true (John 17:17), but it does…
Our Things: Understanding Your Rights & Privileges in Christ.
Philemon 1:6 (NKJV) 6 that the sharing of your faith may become effective by the acknowledgment of EVERY GOOD THING which is in you in Christ Jesus. In Christ, we…
Praying For Ministers Of The Gospel II (2 Thessalonians 3:1-2).
2 Thessalonians 3:1-2 (NKJV) 1 Finally, brethren, PRAY FOR US, that the word of the Lord MAY RUN SWIFTLY and BE GLORIFIED, just as it is with you, 2 and…