John 12:32 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 32 And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw (helkō) all men to myself.”
What Did Jesus Mean When He Said That he will “Draw All Men [and Women] to Myself”?
SEXUAL PREDATORS: Predatory Grooming in the Real World
We live in very difficult times when things go from bad to worse. The Bible tells us that we are mentally bent toward evil. The Bible says that our figurative hearts, i.e., the seat of motivation, is treacherous, and we cannot know it. The apostle Paul informs us that our natural desire (sinful nature) in this imperfect state is toward bad.
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM – Using the Bible When Evangelizing
Acts 17:1-4 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 1 Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a synagogue of the Jews. 2 And according to Paul’s custom, he went to them, and for three Sabbaths reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that it was necessary that the Christ... Continue Reading →
PRAYER LIFE – Hoping In God’s Words
Psalm 119:147-149 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 147 I rise before dawn and cry for help; I hope in your words. 148 My eyes anticipate the night watches, that I may meditate on your word. 149 Hear my voice according to your loyal love; O Jehovah, according to your justice give me life. As we enter into the end of a day, between... Continue Reading →
The Importance of Forgiving Others
Ephesians 4:32 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 32 Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.
Your Feelings Don’t Have to Control You
Intense negative thinking will always lead to at least a minor depressive episode or simple, painful emotion. Our thoughts based on a good mood will be entirely different from those based on our being upset.
Remaining Fearless These Last Days
One thing that we will regularly learn throughout this book is, there are a few things that will build us up spiritually and maintain our strength in these last days. Our relationship with fellow Christians, our regular attendance at Christian meetings, and our sharing our faith with others, will strengthen us, make us steadfast. These... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM – Pay Attention to Punctuations
The Importance of Accurate Reading Effectively communicating our message, we must consider the importance of appropriate pauses. This is true if we are giving a sermon on Sunday or if we are witnessing in our community. If we do not pause, we can sound like we are babbling on instead of expressing the well thought... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM – Studying the Bible with a New Believer
Jesus commanded his followers, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations … teaching them.” (Matt 28:19-20) “Mission often involves sending individuals and groups, called "missionaries", to foreign countries and to places in their homeland for the purpose of proselytism (conversion to Christianity, or from one Christian tradition to another). This involves evangelism (preaching a set of beliefs for... Continue Reading →
APOLOGETIC EVANGELISM – The Greatest Teacher Who Ever Lived
Jesus was the greatest human teacher to ever live because his knowledge was beyond what any human could possibly attain. Believers have much that we can learn from him as we seek to effectively communicate the Word of God. One of the most important aspects of being a good teacher is simply being known as... Continue Reading →
