ARTICLES
Category: Faith
Will Christians Be Taken in a Secret Rapture?
Are you waiting for a future secret rapture where Christians are taken bodily out of the world while unbelievers are “left behind”? Here’s why to “be taken” is a bad thing, not a good thing.
The Fourfold State of Human Nature: Grace (State 3)
The fourfold state of human nature includes creation, man’s fall, redemption in Christ, and the consummation of God’s kingdom. Here’s a brief introduction to the third state, grace.
New Life in Christ: Transformative and Purpose-Filled
Life after separation from God culminates in a physical death and final separation from God in judgment. How is the new life believers have in Christ both transformative and purpose-filled?
You Must Be Ready for Jesus’ Return!
Jesus teaches us that he will return on an ordinary day (Matt. 24:37-44). Does that change your outlook on your life? Here’s why it ought to affect everything. Radically.
Say Yes to the Best Offer Ever: Receive Jesus for Free
What could possibly be a better deal than getting to be with God forever in glory by trusting in Jesus Christ as our Savior? Why then do so many people reject God’s free offer of salvation in Christ alone?
Looking for Life in All the Wrong Places: The Book of Ruth, Ch. 1
How often does the world offer solutions that they say will lead to life but instead lead to death? In the book of Ruth we learn about how it is only in God’s plan that we find life.
Partnering with Your Minister in the Gospel — Philippians 1:1-7
A beautiful and harmonious partnership exists between the members of a congregation and their minister, senders and sent. Here’s why your pastor needs you.
Faith or Repentance—Which Comes First?
Must people repent of their sins before God grants justifying faith? Or does repentance follow faith? Which comes first—faith or repentance?
10 More Words Every Christian Should Know (and Be Able to Explain)
Growing in knowledge of God’s word helps us to experience joy in Christ and share the gospel more effectively. Here are 10 words every Christian should know.