So many of us make new year's resolutions with all kinds of things. But the Gospel calls us to walk in the newness of life in Christ. In light of that I suggest the following resolutions. * No. 1: Find your place of rest in Christ. Hebrews 4:1, Romans 5:1. * No. 2: Grow in grace and the knowledge of Jesus Christ. * No. 3: Walk as a child of light. Ephesians 5:8 * What do you mean by rest? * Christina calls to request prayer for her and her daughter. * Are people saved who practice sinning? * There is one unpardonable sin, which is the sin of unbelief. But what if someone turns away from God and says they "don't believe anymore".  * Regarding 2 Thessalonians 2:7: What is "the secret power of lawlessness that is already at work?" Also, who is "the one restraining this lawlessness till he is taken out of the way?"

Jesus took upon himself our humanity. He was fully God and fully human. And just like we die, he died. But through his death he destroyed death. "Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, ... Therefore he had to be made like his brothers ..., so that he might become ... high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. ..." Hebrews 2:14-18 * Who made Martin Luther such an authority that he could remove several books of the Bible? * Would you please explain the difference between "sinner" and "sinful nature"? * How are we to give as New Covenant believers? * Why do so many reject the New Covenant?

Jesus took upon himself our humanity. He was fully God and fully human. And just like we die, he died. But through his death he destroyed death. "Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, ... Therefore he had to be made like his brothers ..., so that he might become ... high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. ..." Hebrews 2:14-18 * Who made Martin Luther such an authority that he could remove several books of the Bible? * Would you please explain the difference between "sinner" and "sinful nature"? * How are we to give as New Covenant believers? * Why do so many reject the New Covenant?

Matthew and Luke recount the Christmas story from a human perspective. The Apostle John shares the story from heaven-side, from God's perspective. We see this great plan of God unfold from before the foundation of the earth to now being executed in the person of Christ Jesus. It's wonderful to see the Christmas story from this perspective. Let's dive in.

Matthew and Luke recount the Christmas story from a human perspective. The Apostle John shares the story from heaven-side, from God's perspective. We see this great plan of God unfold from before the foundation of the earth to now being executed in the person of Christ Jesus. It's wonderful to see the Christmas story from this perspective. Let's dive in.

The Christmas Story, Part 2. From the announcement to Mary through the story of Christ's birth, Luke provides rich detail and powerful truth of the Christmas story. The angel's pronouncement of the virgin birth is a thrilling pronouncement of Jesus Christ and his kingdom. It is worth noting that Mary, while naturally frightened and confused, accepted by faith the fact that she would bear the Son of God. In scripture, when God intervenes in an individuals life it is always to bring favor and show His grace. It is the same for you and me today. You have found favor with God.

The Christmas Story, Part 2. From the announcement to Mary through the story of Christ's birth, Luke provides rich detail and powerful truth of the Christmas story. The angel's pronouncement of the virgin birth is a thrilling pronouncement of Jesus Christ and his kingdom. It is worth noting that Mary, while naturally frightened and confused, accepted by faith the fact that she would bear the Son of God. In scripture, when God intervenes in an individuals life it is always to bring favor and show His grace. It is the same for you and me today. You have found favor with God.

The New Covenant, part 2

The New Covenant, part 2

The New Covenant * Can we experience the abiding life? * What is the purpose of the law? * What is the work of Christ in us today? * What is the new covenant? * Can I have assurance that I am forgiven and saved? * The new covenant is God's expression of love.