Tag: faith
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The gospel in the exodus journey
The exodus journey is the seminal event of the Old Testament. It’s the story of God miraculously delivering the Israelites from slavery for the purpose of bringing them to the promised land. The Old Testament constantly calls upon the Israelites to remember what God had done. For Christians today, there are a number of parallels…
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No, heaven will not be boring
In Randy Alcorn’s wonderful book, “Heaven,” he tells a story of an English minister who was asked by a colleague what he expected after death. The man replied: “Well, if it comes to that, I suppose I shall enter into eternal bliss, but I really wish you wouldn’t bring up such depressing subjects.” Our views of heaven…
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Not man’s gospel
Originally published January 18, 2017 In Paul’s letter to the Galatians, he says “For I would have you know, brothers, that the gospel that was preached by me is not man’s gospel” (Galatians 1:11). That is one of the most fundamental misunderstandings that 21st century American society has with Christianity. It is not man’s gospel.
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You can’t love God if you don’t love people
Originally published December 13, 2016 James says If you really fulfill the royal law according to the Scripture, “you shall love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing well” (James 2:8). points Royal Law is an interesting phrase. That’s the only time it’s used in the entire Bible. James follows up mentioning this royal law…
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Sunday to Friday: “Save us!” to “Crucify!”
Originally published March 20, 2016 Jesus enters Jerusalem riding on a donkey. It’s a festive scene. Passover week, one of the most significant holidays in the Jewish calendar. Jesus has been preaching throughout the region of Galilee. He has built up quite the following: teaching on the kingdom of heaven and performing miracles. And here…
Josh Benner 