ARTICLES

What Are the “Keys of the Kingdom”? — Matthew 16:19

By Daniel Rowlands | April 3, 2024

What was Jesus referring to when he told Peter he would give him the “keys of the kingdom”? What is the meaning of this metaphor that our Lord is using in Matthew 16:19?

Is the Lord’s Supper a Feast or a Funeral?

By Jonathan Landry Cruse | April 2, 2024

Feast or funeral? That’s a major question as we approach the Lord’s Table. Are we rejoicing, or are we mourning? Is this a festive banquet to which we have come, or is it a funeral service?

10 Important Things to Consider When Choosing a Church to Attend

By Chris Gordon | April 1, 2024

Churchgoers need discernment both in choosing a faithful church to attend and determining whether they are attending a church for the right reasons. Here are 10 important things to consider in the process.

Resurrection Hope: Leaving Our Regrets at the Cross

By Le Ann Trees | March 28, 2024

After Jesus’ crucifixion and death his disciples no doubt regretted their unfaithfulness to him, but they soon found hope in Jesus’ resurrection. We also need resurrection hope when facing our regrets.

“Woman, Why Are You Weeping?” The Redemptive and Personal Reality of the Resurrection

By Wes Van Fleet | March 27, 2024

Mary Magdalene was the first person to hear and see Jesus after his resurrection. What can we learn about our own redemption from the words Jesus and Mary spoke to each other?

Rejoicing in God’s Holiness

By Ayrian Yasar | March 19, 2024

Christians like to focus on God’s love, forgiveness, and goodness, but we don’t as readily stress his holiness. Why should believers rejoice in the holiness of God?