In His Sovereignty God Uses the Ungodly – Isaiah 10:12
It is comforting to know that the sovereign God uses the ungodly for his purposes, even while holding them accountable for their actions.
Living Worthy of the Lord – Colossians 1:9-10
Can you live a life that is worthy of the Lord? We can with the knowledge and wisdom that the Holy Spirit gives. And that should be our goal.
Sermon on the Mount: Treasure in Heaven – Matthew 6:19-24
Jesus tells us to store up treasure in heaven, rather than worldly wealth. By serving God faithfully now, we are depositing for eternity.
The Supremacy of the Son of God – Colossians 1:15-20
This passage, more than anyplace else in the Scripture, affirms the supremacy of the Son of God, Jesus, over every other pretender.
Disciples Follow Jesus Where He Leads – Matthew 16:24
Jesus calls us to discipleship. It is not enough to be a fan on the sidelines. He expects us to deny ourselves, and to follow him.
Live Up To What You Have Attained – Philippians 3:16
I find value in learning from the Scripture. But I have discovered that I need to live up to what I have attained in that study.
The Surpassing Worth of Knowing Christ – Philippians 3:7-8
What do you have in this life that compares to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus as Lord? Nothing in this life can compare.
Sermon on the Mount: Fasting – Matthew 6:16-18
Jesus concluded his teaching about our acts of righteousness with fasting. Fasting, like giving and prayer, should be done in secret.
The Problem of Evil: Why Does God Allow Evil to Exist?
The problem of evil is concerned with all the bad things happen in the world? Why doesn’t God prevent all this bad stuff from happening?
Calling on the Name of the Lord – Romans 10:12-13
In Romans 10:12-13, Paul expresses that all who call on the name of the Lord will be saved. Is this a call to intellectual ascent, or to discipleship?