God made man upright… “Truly, this only I have found: That God made man upright, but they have sought out many schemes” (Ecclesiastes 7:29). From the beginning people have turned against God in disobedience. Eve at the fruit that God had forbidden and when she gave it to Adam, he ate it too. At the … Read moreGod made man upright…
Saved from Sin Means …What? What does it mean to be saved from sin? There are two very different parts to our salvation from sin. Romans chapter 6 covers both, with an emphasis on the second part. When one sins, he bears the guilt of that sin and, therefore, the consequences of that sin. “The … Read moreSaved from Sin Means … What?
Another Peaceful Protest When Jesus began His ministry, he launched His own “peaceful protest.” It was called preaching the kingdom of God. He called for change. He called for love of one’s enemies. He called for forgiveness. He called for kindness toward strangers. He called for a uniting of all people in one body. … Read moreAnother Peaceful Protest
“Blessed are those who mourn.” How? “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” (Matthew 5:4). The blessing is not in the pain, burden or grief. The blessing is in the comfort that mourners receive. There is much pain and grief in this life for which there is no relief. Time has a … Read more“Blessed are those who mourn.” How?
