Each of us, like Abram, will experience challenges to our faith along life’s journey. The first challenge Abram faced was that of success. Upon military victory, he still pursued God in the midst of victory by his generosity towards Melchizedek and his response to the King of Sodom. Second, Abram faced the challenge of fear, … [Read More…] Faithful Following
Abram found himself journeying back to the promised land from Egypt. Upon his return to the land, he displays three attributes of daring faith. First, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith that repents. Just as he turned around and went back to God, so should when we find our lives in sin. Second, … [Read More…] Daring Faith
Abram entered the promised land, yet soon after famine arrived. He traveled with his family down to Egypt, but there he lied about the identity of his wife to protect himself. This passage shows us three characteristics of sin. First, sin often looks appealing, as Abram was actually blessed in the short-term. Second, sin always … [Read More…] When Sinning Seems to Make Sense
After sin entered the world, things seemed to be spiraling down. In the midst of that darkness, God appeared to Abram, and made some astounding promises. He promised to give Abram land, that he would have a large family, and that he would be blessed and bless others. We see in this passage that God’s … [Read More…] An Unbelievable Promise
Do you ever feel like you were meant for another world, that you’re somehow out of place in this current one? As people of God, we are promised an eternal home in heaven, our great hope and future. Life is hard, but it’s worth living well. If we are homesick Christians longing for heaven, how … [Read More…] Homesick Christians
In today’s Christian culture, baptism often appears optional. But what does scripture really teach about the importance of baptism? Jesus spoke about baptism in an unequivocal way: baptism is a radical act of obedience to the radical call of Christ to repent and hear the gospel. It is meant to be a public display of … [Read More…] Baptism: A Radical Act Of Obedience
Do you really know Jesus? Or do you just know a lot about Him? Many people have a lot of information about Jesus, but they don’t really know Jesus. They have the head knowledge, but not the heart. There are three attributes of people who really know Jesus. Luke 7:36-50
The Bible calls singleness a “gift” and encourages singles to take advantage of its unique opportunities for your joy and the good of others. Some people are called to singleness, and embracing the freedoms of singleness can significantly contribute to the kingdom of God. 1 Corinthians 7:32-25
Why is God so concerned with our financial giving? It’s a matter of our priorities for the Kingdom of God, and where we find our security. Our giving is a form of worship to the Lord. There are five qualities of giving that pleases God: we are to give kindly, to give uniquely, to give … [Read More…] Giving That Pleases God
How can we be effective witnesses for Christ? The parable of the sower teaches us to be radical, reckless, relentless sowers of the gospel wherever we go. We are sent to scatter the gospel everywhere, at all times, and to everyone. We aren’t smart enough to know if a person is ready to receive the … [Read More…] Scatter
