God, Israel, and the Nature of Free Will
What is the nature of free will? Is it an illusion? Are our choices made for us by outside forces? Or can we actually make real decisions?
Doctrine of Salvation
Theological posts that are related to the doctrine of salvation.
You’re Never Too Old to Be Used by God
Are you ever too old to be of service in God’s kingdom? The story of Moses would tell us that we are never too old, no matter our age.
The Importance of Being Faithful Until the End
Repeatedly the Scripture exhorts us to remain faithful to the end. The life of King Asa is a lesson on failing to do that.
What the Bible Says About the Evil in the Spiritual Realm
This post is looking at what the Scripture says about the spiritual realm. And, especially, at evil in the spiritual realm.
Holiness: Being Holy. And Being Made Holy.
Holiness is not just something expected of some believers. All of us who belong to Christ are holy, and are expected to live holy lives.
Don’t Envy the Prosperity of the Wicked – Psalm 73
Do you ever find yourself envying the prosperity of the wicked? If you do, you are not alone. But consider their fate, and rejoice in God.
Walking With Christ: Backpacking as a Model
The Scripture uses many metaphors to describe walking with Christ. I have found that backpacking works well for me in describing that walk.
Living Faithful to God in the Midst of a Godless World
One of the challenges facing believers today is our relationship with the world around us. How do we live faithfully to God in a pagan world?
Life in the Garden of Eden: Then and Now
The Bible pictures humanity beginning in the Garden of Eden. And it looks to Christ’s work on the cross to return us to that Garden.
Follow the Way of Love: the Most Excellent Way
The 13th chapter of 1 Corinthians describes the most essential element of our Christian walk; the way of love. Without it, nothing we do has value.
Salvation: A Gracious Gift of God, Received by Faith
Salvation is a gracious gift of God. There is nothing we can do to earn or deserve it. We can only accept this gracious gift of God by faith.
Tithing: Should New Testament Believers Tithe Their Income?
Tithing was a requirement under the Old Testament Law. But is it still a mandate for New Testament believers? Do we have an obligation to give financially?
