People often say, “If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” That is sound advice in the world of business where there is always someone – or crowds of someone – trying to separate you from your money. A famous quote by P.T. Barnum, “There’s a sucker born every minute” expresses the … Read more
Do you know how many people have been brought to the point of faith in Christ as a result of reading the account of Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus in John 3:1-15? Countless! Transformed by Jesus whom he met in the shadow, Nicodemus has been instrumental in bringing countless others to the light. Who was Nicodemus? … Read more
Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 5:6 & 11 (NKJV) “Your glorifying is not good. Do you not know that a little leaven leavens the whole lump? But now I have written to you not to keep company with anyone named a brother, who is sexually immoral, or covetous, or an idolater, or a reviler, or a … Read more
Jesus’ parable in Luke 8:4-15 called the parable of the sower is about the receptivity of the human heart. Matthew called this “the parable about the farmer planting seeds” (Matthew 13:18 NLT), but it could also be called “the parable of the types of soil.” The human heart is like the soil in this parable: … Read more
I have yet to encounter someone who has been a Christian for many years and never experienced trials and difficulties. Trials are inevitable, and if you expect the Christian life to be smooth and easy, you’re in for a big surprise. But what should be the Christian’s response to trials? When James, the half-brother of … Read more
John 3:16 is a familiar verse about salvation which most Christians often quote without considering what it really teaches about salvation. Of the doctrines that are important for us to master, salvation is one of the most important. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in … Read more
Updated: April 2025 One verse that’s often quoted when the Gospel is shared is Romans 6:23:“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” A closer look at this verse reveals something sobering and profound—we get exactly what we deserve. Death is the payment … Read more
Have you ever heard someone say, “We’re saved by faith alone—not by works—so all we have to do is believe”? Maybe you’ve even said it yourself. On the surface, it sounds simple enough. Just believe, and you’re saved. But if you’ve ever wrestled with the gravity of your own sin, or felt the weight of … Read more
A Deep Dive into the Biblical Message of Salvation, Hope, and Eternal Life Through Jesus Christ Updated: April 11, 2025 In times of chaos, uncertainty, and tragedy, we long for a message that brings hope and meaning. The word gospel literally means “good news,” and there is no better news than the message of Jesus … Read more
Note: This post has been updated for clarity and readability. Salvation is often made to seem complex, but in reality, it is a fundamental and straightforward concept in Christianity. Many Christians claim they are saved without fully understanding what salvation truly means. Have you ever wondered what it really means to be saved? Maybe you’ve … Read more
