It's a very unpopular thought to consider that God hates sinners. But this is how a holy God feels about those who live in rebellion against Him. And we must remember this: if God hates a person, it's precisely because that person is hate-worthy.

Our lives can't be marked by our sorrows or our joys. They have to be marked by living for eternity despite our sorrows and our joys.

Sadly, one of the vices that plagues young people is pride. It’s often overlooked if a young person has a quiet and humble disposition. But this is an exemplary characteristic that all young people should cultivate in their lives.

Someone asked, “Instead of the Cross, should our focus rather be on the resurrection of Christ?”

Original question: My pastor in my local church taught us in one of our bible studies to focus not on the cross but on the resurrection of Christ. The reason he gave is that the cross is a picture of suffering and punishment while resurrection is the victory of Jesus over death… I somehow feel wrong about that because I know that when I look to the cross I see the love of God for me, humility of Jesus, and the forgiveness of my sins… I know that looking to the cross and seeing what God did for me is what saved me and made me born again… please can you give your insight over this…

Single Christians who want to be married should not be expecting perfection in a potential spouse and setting unreasonable standards. The best Christian couples will acknowledge that they and their spouses are not perfect and need grace. If you are looking for perfection, you'll be sadly disappointed.

What would be some helpful counsel to men who are considering entering into the ministry?

Our Christian life must consist of both going up to the mountaintop to behold the glory of Jesus Christ, and we also need to come down and reflect that glory in this dark world. Both of these are vital and essential for us as Christians.

Your doctrine may be sound and right, but how is your fellowship with God? Can you boldly say that your life is one of true fellowship with the Father and the Son? Or do you have to hesitate when asked if your fellowship with God is real and true?

The devil has many devices to use against the Christian and one primary device is to attack our assurance. In this study, Tim considers some of the methods the devil uses to attack our assurance and what some of the weapons are that we can use to overcome them.

1. Satan tries to convince you that believers cannot truly have assurance.
2. Satan tries to push you to excess.
3. Satan tries to convince you that you are not saved because of past sin.
4. Satan tries to condemn you because your experience doesn't line up with others.
5. Satan tries to strip you of assurance when you fall into sin.
6. Satan says something is a sin that is not and seeks to strip you of assurance.
7. Satan tries to convince you that you've committed the unpardonable sin.

Does the Bible tell us we should memorize Scripture? Is it profitable for Christians to memorize the Bible? Tim shares some practical advice on memorizing the Bible and storing it up in your heart.