4+ day, 17+ hour ago   (244+ words) I like how Chrysostom explained the story of the thief on the cross (Lk. 23:39-43). As you read it, note the emphasis on faith alone. Note also how Chrysostom used the story to show that sinners who trust in Christ need…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago   (635+ words) There are different times in our Christian life when we need to give a reason for the hope we have in Christ (1 Pet. 3:15). This is sometimes called apologetics – defending the Christian faith. We should defend the faith with gentleness and…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (463+ words) As a Christian, I know that I should offer myself up to the Lord as a living sacrifice, body and soul, with my whole heart. But what if I fail? What if I can’t do that very well? Here’s R....

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (587+ words) Paul very clearly teaches in Ephesians 1 that God chose his people to salvation based on his sovereign will and his love: “In love he predestined us…according to the purpose of his will.” This means that election is not based…...