4+ day, 22+ 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…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (533+ words) How would you characterize American religion? What words and concepts would you use to summarise the religious beliefs and spiritualities of random, average Americans? Those are some pretty big questions that would take many words to answer. If you want…...

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…...