One of the most important themes of Jesus’ ministry is the theme of “kingdom.” Matthew uses the phrase, “kingdom of...
What is the Kingdom of God? – Understanding Jesus
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Theology
Romans 13 Re-Examined: When to DISOBEY the Government
This is a follow up to a post I wrote in February, “Romans 13 Re-Examined: Obey the Government." That post left a lot...
Psalm 116:15 Re-Examined: Is Death “Precious” in the Lord’s Sight?
It is a passage quoted at nearly every funeral, "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints" (Psalm...
John 4:24 Re-Examined: Worship in Spirit and in Truth
Jesus talked with a Samaritan woman at a well about her life, about God, about the Messiah, and about worship. He told...
Where Does the Bible Talk About the Trinity?
The doctrine of the Trinity is the idea that there is only one God and God has always existed as three distinct...
Luke 22:36 – Sell Your Cloak to Buy a Sword
It's time for us to resume our "Re-Examined" series by considering Luke 22:36, in which Jesus says, "Let the one who...
PROVERBS 22:6 RE-EXAMINED: Train Up a Child in the Way He Should Go
Today's post is part four of our "Re-Examined Series," in which we are taking a look at some well-known passages that...
ROMANS 10:10 RE-EXAMINED: With the Mouth One Confesses and is Saved
Welcome to part three of our "Re-Examined Series," in which we are taking a closer look at some familiar passages,...
Is Baptism “Because Of” or “For” the Forgiveness of Sins?
In Acts 2:38 Peter told a crowd of people, "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for...
Are We Saved by Faith Alone?
As this is a very well-known and oft-used phrase, let's pretend someone asked me, "Wes, do you believe a person is...
Does the Bible Condone Slavery?
When it comes to slavery and the Bible, it can be quite an uncomfortable conversation. Does the Bible condemn slavery?...
Losing Faith: 4 Things to do When Doubts Arise
I would be surprised if there was anyone who had thought seriously about the claims of the gospel and not had some...