NYC Bible Teacher

“If you want to find God … look inside your own heart.” Really?

It is often suggested that the path to truth and knowing God is to look deep within yourself, to search your own mind and feelings. I believe it is important for us to know ourselves and be honest about what we find when we search our hearts. However, the Bible never indicates that my own … Read more“If you want to find God … look inside your own heart.” Really?

Blessed are the Poor in Spirit

What does Jesus mean by “Blessed are the poor in spirit?” Jesus was preaching to his disciples on the mountain in Matthew 5.  In verse three he said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit…”  Jesus is saying that the poor in spirit are fortunate, in a place of well-being.  It is to our advantage to be poor … Read moreBlessed are the Poor in Spirit