Salvation is permanent because He who saves does the work of it. As Jesus Himself said, “Because I live, ye shall live also.” (Jn. 14:19) We bode well to reflect on that profound … Read more about Saved to the uttermost
The Cross – on point and on message
No matter the setting, it is the message of the Cross that sets forth God's personality and power to all who will hear and receive it. The apostle Paul, whether in the church or in the marketplace, … Read more about The Cross – on point and on message
God at your service (the way of grace)
For Saul of Tarsus, there was one way to God. Serving. None served harder and more zealously than Saul did. On the face of it, Saul was the model saint. That was until a new way came on the … Read more about God at your service (the way of grace)
Sin lifted. Righteousness loaded.
The implications of the cross are immense and irreversible. Beginning with a brand new identity - one defined by the person and finished work of Jesus. Last week we explored the great exchange … Read more about Sin lifted. Righteousness loaded.
Grace Loaded!
“The Lord daily loads us with benefits!” The Psalmist said that. “We are blessed with every blessing in Christ Jesus!” The apostle Paul said that. And who do the blessings and benefits have in … Read more about Grace Loaded!
Grace – God’s strength in the sphere of weakness PART 2
Paul’s instruction was emphatic, “See to it that no one misses (is falling away from) the grace of God.” There was urgency in his spirit. He was concerned that those under the newly … Read more about Grace – God’s strength in the sphere of weakness PART 2
Grace – God’s strength in the sphere of weakness
The potency of Paul’s apostolic ministry was not in his strengths and savvy religious credentials but rather, in his profound sense of weakness. It was there – in weakness – that God’s power came … Read more about Grace – God’s strength in the sphere of weakness
Grace – The founding principle of Godly fear
Last week we established that Godly fear has nothing to do with the human or religious idea of it. (See Grace - the gospel of awe and astonishment) Godly fear, in its truest sense, is a state … Read more about Grace – The founding principle of Godly fear
Grace – The Gospel of Awe and Astonishment
The idea of fear and trembling is one of the most misunderstood Biblical concepts in Christianity. Yet the Bible says if you want wisdom, Godly fear is the defining factor. (Prov. 9:10) So what … Read more about Grace – The Gospel of Awe and Astonishment
Take your place in Christ
The Bible records two dramatic events on the water which were invitations for the disciples to take their place in Christ. To live from a position of possession. That is what faith … Read more about Take your place in Christ