A lack of belief and humble obedience to God's offer of salvation can cause us to miss out on our own "Promised Land"
Tag: Salvation
What Would the Alternative Look Like?
Let's consider what life might have been like if God had approached salvation differently
Angels Aren’t the Only Messengers
There are some messages that God entrusts to angels for delivery to humankind, but some of His messages get other messengers
Pay Attention and Pass It On
Reminders given to first-century Hebrew believers are still good for us today
Good News – Before and After Processing It
The good news about Jesus Christ might be a lot to take in at first, but as we understand it better and better, it is amazing
Practical Priorities
Trading short-term sacrifices for long-term blessings (rather than paying the price for immediate gratification) isn't merely a righteous act; it's also a logical and rational decision
Trusted Sources, Part 2
Great understanding often comes from a solid foundation
Paul’s “Why”
Suffering without purpose leads to despair, but some purposes are worth some short-term pain.
Fear? No Fear?
Love and fear are mutually exclusive, so let's learn how to let love drive out our fear
Prepared for Past, Present, and Future
I don't know about you, but I'm certainly glad that salvation is not merely "retroactive"
In the 70 Days
There is a solution to our biggest problem - for this life and for eternity - but it's not automatic: we need to accept it
A Strange Symbol to Celebrate?
Should we celebrate trials that lead to better things, or just put them behind us?
Important Things to Remember
Lets remember that we don't have to be an enemy of God or of His people
A Good Chance to Brag
Are there good times to be boastful? Are you sure?
Yielding vs. Taking
Freedoms given by Jesus Christ can't be taken away by anyone, but there are times when it's loving to yield our rights for the good of others
Does It Matter Who Helps?
Telling people the good news about Jesus isn't a contest; it's a calling
Attacking the Healed?
While we should celebrate the healing that God provides, there is even more good news
Would You Like to Remain Sick?
Would you like to stay sick, disabled, or hurt when there's a readily-available cure?
You Mean, All The Time?
What does a life of remaining in Jesus and His love look like in the long run?
Did You Forget a Step?
Let's not be embarrassed like those who have to be asked, "Did you plug it in?"
Those Who Sin Differently 