The book of Hebrews stands there like a giant appeal to use the salvation God has granted us. What we have in Christ is incredible. We must use it. For this reason, at the outset of the book, the author answers three questions. Each question is designed to help us rejoice at the salvation Christ brought us so that we might enjoy his salvation to the fullest.
Read moreA Christmas Meditation
For many, Christmastime is a season to celebrate family and friendships, traditions and prosperity, kindness and generosity. But a select few refuse to let the goodness of these elements mask the true greatness of Christmas—they are not so easily satisfied. Fortunately, Christmas provides them with this opportunity. Christ has come! So we can know God! (7 Minutes/1900 Words)
Read moreWomen Of Christmas, pt. 1: Elizabeth (Luke 1)
Sunday Sermon: Women Of Christmas, pt. 1: Elizabeth (Luke 1)
Elizabeth was a woman after God's own heart, a woman who lived in fear of the Lord, and through her body, the dawn of the gospel began to break. Her steadfast hope in God, her prophetic counsel as a messenger for God, and her determined obedience to God all paved the way for *the Son of God*.
Read moreFly 01 — Galatians 1:1-9 — Accept The Gospel As Is
Sunday Teaching: Fly 01 — Galatians 1:1-9 — Accept The Gospel As Is
Read moreThe First Christmas
As we stand on the precipice of a new year, we are bound to look back upon our current one. We might discover darkness and difficulty, pain and agony. We might also find light and joy, gladness and goodness. But, since our world labors under the pangs of the curse, travail and hurt lies in the wake of this year. (7 Minutes/1700 Words)
Read moreA Consideration of Our Great Salvation (Hebrews 1.5-2.4)
Disneyland trademarked it first, but Gianni's Pizza is the real "happiest place on earth." I was raised on the stuff. I drive up and can smell the pies baking a few blocks away. I once had a friend who lived around the corner. (7 Minutes, 1700 Words)
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