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“Guilt, Grace, and Gratitude”: Part 2 — Grace
It is common for Christians to describe grace as “God’s unmerited favor,” but this falls short, for we were God’s enemies when Christ died for us. In part 2 of a 3-part series, New Testament scholar S. M. Baugh explains what grace means for every believer.
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“Guilt, Grace, and Gratitude”: Part 1 — Guilt
“Guilt, grace, and gratitude” is a handy summary for the structure of the Christian faith. In part 1 of a 3-part series, New Testament scholar S. M. Baugh explains why guilt is the core issue facing humans after the fall of man in the garden of Eden.
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A Tribute to My Missionary Parents
What is it like growing up in the jungle with parents who are missionary Bible translators? We can learn much from those who decided that teaching people about the kingdom of God was worth giving up the “ordinary” life they might have had in this world.
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How Will You Bring Light into a Dark World This Christmas Season?
What would it look like to be so moved by the great news of the gospel this Christmas season that we begin to add a little bright color to the dark grayness of our neighbors’ lives?
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Keeping the Gospel at the Center of Your Bible Study
It can seem like there’s a gaping hole between the Old Testament and New Testament of stories, events, and laws that don’t seem to fit together. How do we connect the dots in our Bible reading?
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Are You Bored with the Gospel?
The preaching of the Gospel is no longer the center of gravity in the message and ministry of many churches in our day. Why are social issues and human flourishing being emphasized instead?
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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 and avoiding any punishment we deserve by receiving Jesus Christ as our savior? Why then do so many people reject God’s free offer of salvation in Christ alone?
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Run to Jesus: Living in a Time of Great Loss
We grieve the great losses we are living through right now, as we should, because death is not normal—at least it wasn’t supposed to be. Yet, there is hope. There is good news. It is not too late, but our time of great loss is a warning.
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“American Gospel: Christ Alone” Film Exposes False Teachings of the Prosperity Gospel Movement
The documentary “American Gospel: Christ Alone” (now on Netflix) exposes the false “prosperity gospel,” the tricks so-called “faith healers” use, and just how extravagantly they live. Click on this post to learn more about this important film.
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