Is any and all worship acceptable to God? The Bible clearly teaches that not all worship is accepted by God. There are several significant examples of worship that were emphatically rejected by God: Cain offered a sacrifice that was not accepted by the Lord (Genesis 4:3-6). Nadab & Abihu offered fire that was not … Read more
Who can turn to God? “Jesus said: “Come unto me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart and you will find rest for your souls.” Matthew 10:28-29 Jesus’ invitation is … Read more
What can you learn in 3 minutes? My friend, Scott Smelser, has done an excellent job of addressing great Biblical concepts in clear, quick and understandable messages. Scott has produced 3 minute illustrated Bible messages in video that will explain and inform. The messages are so packed with information and so cleverly illustrated that … Read more
Does God require obedience? Must I keep the commandments? Is it necessary to obey God to maintain a relationship with God? Do I have to keep His commandments in order to be saved? The Gospel of John is often called the gospel of belief because of its clear emphasis on faith. Bible faith, however, … Read more
Have I become your enemy because I tell you the truth? This is the question Paul asked of some Christians with whom he previously had a good relationship (Galatians 4:16). We can feel Paul’s pain as he asks. Am I so sensitive or arrogant that I am angry with loved ones who bring me … Read more
Tongues – a Sign for Unbelievers “Therefore tongues are for a sign, not to those who believe but to unbelievers…” 1 Corinthians 14:22 You should read all of 1 Corinthians 14 to see the entire discussion. For now, why are tongues a sign to unbelievers and not believers? The reason is that speaking in … Read more
Jesus said, “Do not think that I came to destroy the Law of the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill” (Matthew 5:17). So did Jesus take away the old law, the law given through Moses? Was the Old Testament taken away? Well, it cannot be taken away because it is a … Read more
Is there really only one right way? Most people consider this to be a matter of opinion. We may have opinions about the question, but whether there is just one right way cannot be a matter of opinion. Either that is true or false. I am convinced that the Bible is, actually and truly, … Read more
We do not live without consequence. Science has taught us that “For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.” I am convinced that is true in our physical world. It reminds me of the equally certain spiritual truth of consequences. I am, and will be, held accountable for my actions in this … Read more
Is Your Life a Life of Purpose? I think everybody wants to believe there is purpose in our living. What is your purpose? That is an important question. You may or may not have an answer. If your life does have purpose, why is that its purpose? Anyone can decide the purpose of his … Read more
