God redeemed us through his shed blood. We're saved by grace.

Our ministry is appointed by God, there is joy in ministry, and our purpose in ministry is fulfilling God's word.

We persevere in faith because of our salvation, and we persevere in our faith because the Gospel is invading all.

God saves us to change us. Holiness is his means of preparing us for presentation to Christ.

All of us long for the day when the world will be set right. One of the achievements of the cross is the inauguration of the New Creation.

Christ must be first place in our lives. We keep Christ first by duplicating his character in our lives, by depending on him, and by be delighting in him.

Christ is supreme over death because he triumphed over death. He is the firstfruits, guaranteeing our own resurrection and glorification.

Christ is the head of the church. He alone holds authority, sustains, grows and directs the church. Because believers are the body of Christ, we should live in humility and unity.

Providence is purposeful sovereignty. Jesus providentially arranges all things for his glory and our good.

In our fear and discouragement, we must remember that God is present, he protects us, and he has a plan for us.