But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. – Romans 5:8 (NKJV) The following is a true story that I was a part of.…
Devotionals
The Arminian Confession of 1621 (Daily Devotional)
Some writings are just meant to be read over and over. And it was through The Society of Evangelical Arminians (SEA) that I first encountered an English translation of this old Dutch Reformation document translated…
Roger Olson, “A Sermon: ‘Grace Works’ Philippians 2:12-13”
No two verses in the Bible have been discussed and debated more than these together. Throughout Christian history, these two verses, this passage, has provided comfort and affliction to numerous Bible readers. Among the many biblical scholars, theologians and…
Josh Thibodaux, “The One”
[The following is an expanded version of a devotional I wrote for a friend’s ministry newsletter] “For it was fitting that he, for whom and by whom all things exist, in bringing many sons to…
A Thanksgiving Prayer from the Book of Common Prayer
Accept, O Lord, our thanks and praise for all that you’ve done for us. We thank you for the splendor of the whole creation, for the wonder of life, and for the mystery of love.…
Roy Ingle, “Resting In The Almighty”
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom…
No More Doubts
“You believe because you have seen me. Blessed are those who believe without seeing me.” Click on the picture to enlarge
Waiting…
Last night, we had an intimate meal together. He was crucified and now He is dead. Is there hope? Will Jesus really arise as He said? Is He really the Son of God? …
Roy Ingle, “Pray Without Ceasing”
Prayer is sweet communion between the child of God and their heavenly Father. Prayer is not merely a time we set aside in our day to bless our food or ask God’s favour or help.…
Ken Schenck, “Believing God’s Promises (A Study in Hebrews)”
Cur Deus Homo
“God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things” (Colossians 1:19-20, NIV). “Cur Deus homo?” was the great question that challenged the Church for centuries. “Why…
Worship and Holiness
“Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers…
Consecrate Yourselves
Joshua told the people, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.”- Joshua 3:5 In the Old Testament, Joshua had some big shoes to fill. He took over for Moses and…
Resisting God’s calling—Exodus 4:1-17
By Dr. Craig Keener
When God calls Moses to confront Pharaoh, God not only promises to be with Moses; he also gives Moses a sign to confirm that God is with him. Unfortunately, this first-offered sign will be obvious…
Wesley’s 4 Questions on the Use of Money
John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, preached a wealth of words about money. Wesley made enormous sums from the sale of his writings. In an age when a single man could live comfortably on $60…
Wesley’s Question, “How’s Your Doing?”
When Christians gather in small groups together, we usually greet one another with the colloquial “How are you doing?” This question can also be used to describe what happens thereafter. Many small groups that focus…
“Tactics And Total Depravity”
A recent article stated: “Millennials leaving the church in droves, study finds.” We could say, “oh, that’s just young people these days”, or “it’s a sign of the times!” Or, perhaps we should consider that…
Wesley’s 22 questions
These are 22 questions the members of John Wesley’s Holy Club asked themselves every day in their private devotions over 200 years ago. Interesting how they are still relevant today. 1. Am I consciously or…
Give Thanks to the LORD
Roy Ingle, “Preaching Perseverance”
Is it wrong to preach on perseverance? This seems like a logical question to ask if you come from a Calvinist perspective. For many Calvinists, it would not be wrong to preach on perseverance and…
