What Really Happened at Pentecost? – Acts 2
The second chapter of Acts records the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. But what is the significance of what happened at Pentecost?
Lend a Helping Hand to an Enemy – Exodus 23:4-5
Our natural reaction is often to turn away from helping an enemy. But this passage instructs us to lend a helping hand to them.
Sermon on the Mount: Resolving Conflict – Matthew 5:21-22
Jesus expands on the Law’s prohibition against murder to include all kinds of conflict. We need to work at resolving that conflict quickly.
A Year With COVID-19 – Continuing to Serve God
COVID-19 has been with us for a year now. It has been a challenging year in many ways. But God still calls and equips us to serve him.
Why Do Good People Suffer? – Genesis 50:19-20
Why do good people suffer? This is a question that many ask. And this response from Joseph to his brothers provides one possible answer.
Sermon on the Mount: Understanding the Law – Matt. 5:17-20
Before Jesus expounds on some teachings of the Law, he first helps his hearers to understand his relationship to the Law.
What is the Rapture? What Does the Bible Say About It?
The Scripture teaches us that the end of the age, Jesus will return for those who are his. This event has been called the Rapture.
What God Has Done for Us? – 1 Corinthians 1:30
We should be careful about feeling proud as believers. Who I am as a believer is really all about what God has done in my life.
Sermon on the Mount: Salt and Light – Matthew 5:13-16
Jesus identifies his followers as the salt and light of the world. This is reflection of the influence we should have on those around us.
How to Worship When We Are Unable to Assemble Together
We often take for granted that we gather physically gather for worship. But what if that is not possible? Can we still worship?