And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is for you and for your children and for all who are far off, everyone whom the Lord our God calls to himself.” (Acts 2:38–39, ESV) "Repent" is not a popular word. It is the … [Read more...] about The Dirty “R” Word
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The Most Important Thing You Can Do For This Election
“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.” (1 Timothy 2:1–2, ESV) If you did not know, this is an election year. We will elect the next President of the United States in November. … [Read more...] about The Most Important Thing You Can Do For This Election
The Power and Potential of Belief
“But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” (Romans 10:8–9, ESV) What you believe will shape your future. Our beliefs shape our attitudes. Our attitudes … [Read more...] about The Power and Potential of Belief
Mastering the Fundamentals of Faith
Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. (Deuteronomy 6:4–6, ESV) I've got a quiz for you. Fill in the blanks below for the 10 Commandments (click here for print version): 10 Commandments Quiz 1st … [Read more...] about Mastering the Fundamentals of Faith
Prosper Where You are Planted
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11, ESV) On September 10, 2001, the world was different. So many things would change the next day. Those of us who were alive to experience that day will never forget. Jeremiah 29:11 was written to a people whose world had also changed. … [Read more...] about Prosper Where You are Planted