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After work yesterday I had a very somber conversation with a young (20 yr old) man about life. He asked if I believed in Hell. I told Him I most certainly did, in fact I was assured that there was a place of torment (Hell) that those whom refused God effectual call would spend eternity. … More Can That Which is Dead Live?

Jesus Knows His Sheep

July 18, 2019

There are many verses in the bible that should bring comfort to the believer, these among them. How precious a promise to know that our Great Shepherd knows each of us by name. I hope you enjoy John Piper’s Devotional on the subject – Mike Devotional by John Piper “My sheep hear my voice, and I know … More Jesus Knows His Sheep

On Whose Door Is Christ Knocking?

July 18, 2019

In the lead-up to the Truth Matters conference in October, we will be focusing our attention on the sufficiency, authority, and clarity of Scripture. Of our previous blog series, none better embodies that emphasis than Frequently Abused Verses. The following entry from that series originally appeared on September 30, 2015. -ed. (For other articles in this series just type Frequently … More On Whose Door Is Christ Knocking?

Am I More Righteous than God?

July 17, 2019

I am guessing everyone has some basic knowledge of the story of Jonah. In the lead up to Chapter 4 God has asked Jonah to God to Nineveh and warn the people there to repent. Jonah of course does everything he can to avoid this task against his sworn enemies but eventually ends up there … More Am I More Righteous than God?

15 Things Churches Can Do to Help with Mental Illness

July 17, 2019

Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. (46.6 million) experiences mental illness in a given year. Approximately 1 in 25 adults in the U.S. (11.2 million) experiences a serious mental illness in a given year that substantially interferes with or limits one or more major life activities.¹ Many are afraid, confused, can be disruptive and are looked upon differently. Is that … More 15 Things Churches Can Do to Help with Mental Illness

Your Work

July 16, 2019

We seem to be raising a generation that does not feel it needs to work, that everything should be handed to them, that they are entitled to every thing. The problem is that is contrary to what the bible teaches. GOD’S PLAN MAN’S IDEAL WHY GOD IS CORRECT What does the Bible say about work? … More Your Work

The Power and Presence of Christ?

July 16, 2019

Can Believers Manipulate the Power and Presence of Christ? by Cameron Buettel / Monday, July 15, 2019 In the lead-up to the Truth Matters conference in October, we will be focusing our attention on the sufficiency, authority, and clarity of Scripture. Of our previous blog series, none better embodies that emphasis than Frequently Abused Verses. The following entry from that series … More The Power and Presence of Christ?

Solved

July 16, 2019

Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure: Isaiah 46:10(KJV)

Coming to Christ

July 15, 2019

LBC of Faith 1689 Chapter 7 Of God’s Covenant 2._____ Moreover, man having brought himself under the curse of the law by his fall, it pleased the Lord to make a covenant of grace, wherein he freely offereth unto sinners life and salvation by Jesus Christ, requiring of them faith in him, that they may be … More Coming to Christ