When the children of Israel were going into the Promised Land, God gave them a law. The law was part of His covenant...
Theology
What’s the Whole Point of Christian Teaching?
We attend Bible classes, Bible studies, devotionals, and worship services. We read our Bibles and listen to sermons....
You’re Never Finished Obeying the Gospel
It is biblical to speak of “obeying the gospel,” although I’m sad to say that the way I’ve most often used that phrase...
Philippians 2:12 – What Does It Mean to Work Out Your Own Salvation?
In Philippians 2:12 Paul wrote, “Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.” That phrase is quoted a lot,...
Why Learning to Forgive Yourself is NOT Your Problem
If you've ever been overwhelmed by guilt, you've probably heard someone say, "God has forgiven you, but now you need...
Let’s Talk About Being Justified by Faith
The concept of "justification by faith" is one of the most important doctrines in Scripture. Unfortunately, some...
Changing the Way I Think About Politics
Like most people, I want a better community, a better state, a better country, and a better world. I want less crime,...
Debating Infant Baptism: Answering Their Four Best Arguments
I previously wrote an article on why it's not biblical to baptize an infant. Because of that article, I was invited to...
Why is it a Logical Fallacy to Make an Argument from Silence?
When arguing various sides of issues, we need to make sure our arguments are valid. Most of us are guilty of making...
What Do They Need to Know Before They’re Baptized?
I believe we often baptize people before they've been properly taught. But then again, it's often hard to determine...
3 Ways to Make Your Prayer Life More Biblical
Praying is really nothing more than talking to God. Sometimes a prayer, in a moment of desperation, might be as simple...
What’s With All the White People in Kids’ Bible Story Books?
It finally happened. I was teaching a children's Bible class of 3rd-5th graders, when one of the boys said something...