What is the Gift of God? For the believer, few passages of Scripture are as cherished or as foundational as Ephesians 2:8-9: "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast." These words are often the first a new convert memorizes, yet for centuries, they have also been a profound mystery. While all agree that salvation is a work of grace, a significant debate persists over the pronoun "it" in

While no one wins a bet against God, a life of absolute dependence offers a certainty that self-reliance can never replicate. In your current season of success or a current crisis, you must ask: Am I betting on my own strength, knowledge and instinct, or am I anchored in the only Source who has never lost?

The Success Trap: Hezekiah was a man of God who had seen a miraculous healing, the sun move backward, and an army wiped out overnight. Yet, he fell into the most subtle trap of all. His story serves as a haunting reminder: Pride is a counterfeit currency of self-worth, and it grows most aggressively in the soil of God’s blessing.

As Christians navigate social media, we must confront a difficult truth: while these tools bridge geographical divides, are they subtly "exalting self" or "causing division"? Our presence on platforms is not neutral. We have a strategic and moral duty to "live and love like Jesus" online, ensuring our digital footprint is a reflection of the Gospel rather than an echo of our own egos. Key Point: It is the Christian’s duty to live and love like Jesus on social media.

This feeling of being trapped by circumstances with no apparent way out is a deeply human experience. Yet, in that place of profound pain, Hezekiah's story offers timeless lessons about how God responds when we are hurting. God is willing and able to give hope to the hurting.

God's strength and wisdom are the riches of obedience. Do you ever feel like you're defined by your family's failures? Or perhaps you feel overwhelmed by circumstances that seem completely beyond your control, a legacy you didn't ask for. It’s a common struggle, but it's not a new one. Over 2,700 years ago, a king named Hezekiah ascended to the throne of Judah and faced a kingdom in spiritual and political ruin, a direct inheritance from his evil father, King Ahaz (2 Kings 18

The story of King Ahaz, found in 2 Kings 16, serves as more than just a historical account. It is a perfect blueprint for disaster, revealing the timeless and predictable patterns of self-destruction that continue to play out in our lives today. Key Point: Kicking God to the curb always ends in self-destruction.

"Teaching the teachable and reaching the reachable" is a biblical approach for fruitful growth. This post will explore five key scriptural takeaways that illustrate this principle.

It's easy to say, "I am a Christian." But what does it actually mean to live like one? Many of us have felt the gap between the faith we profess with our words and the life we live with our actions. This space between believing and doing can often lead to uncertainty and doubt.

What if the birthplace of Christ wasn't an anonymous inn? What if Scripture itself points to a specific, location with a rich history tied directly to Israel's greatest king, David? This possibility transforms the setting of the nativity from a random shelter into a place filled with deep historical and theological significance.

Who is the angel, Palmoni? I was reading my Bible and came across an unusual translation in the King James Version. Intrigued, I delved deeper into the reasons behind the translators’ choice of the word “saint” instead of “angel.” I discovered some fascinating insights that I had never known before. However, I must warn you that what I’m about to reveal is like unraveling a never-ending thread. If you’re a serious Bible student, I suggest you take a break now. The verse in qu

Do you truly love the brethren? If a church were a candy bar, what kind would it be? Some are like Kit Kats, easily breakable. Others are like Nerds—intellectual with no heart. Some are Pay Days, full of nuts, while others are more like Snickers—a sweet center with just a few nuts. The reality is that every community, especially a church family, is filled with a variety of personalities. Loving everyone, especially the people who are nothing like us, can be one of the most si

In the digital age, social media has become one of the most influential forces shaping personal identity, values, and behavior. While these platforms can be used for godly encouragement and meaningful connection, they also present a unique temptation of cultivating a life centered on self. Scripture warns repeatedly against the dangers of pride, vanity, and self-exaltation. These are attitudes that can easily flourish in a culture built around likes, follows, and personal bra

The Holy Spirit is the Inward Witness. In an age where you can identify as almost anything you want, the label "Christian" is often claimed without a second thought. But what does it truly mean? How many people simply identify as Christian without it reflecting a deep, internal reality? Has salvation—what the Apostle Paul called an "unspeakable gift"—lost its precious significance and become just another box to check? Romans 8:12-16 demonstrates that genuine, biblical faith i

What is the source of "6 7"? Jemille Edwards, better known as the rapper “Skrilla,” hails from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. To date, he has released two albums through Priority Records: Underworld (2023) and Zombie Love Kensington Paradise (2024). His single "Doot Doot (6 7)" became popular on TikTok in 2025, sparking the “6 7” trend. It was partially popularized by high school basketball player Taylen "TK" Kinney, who recited the song's lyric “6 7” in many of his interviews o

The Bible is the most reliable source of information about the Antichrist, and not PayPal’s founder. It is the actual origin of the concept of the Antichrist. However, no one wants to read the Bible to discover its true teachings about him. Here are some considerations from a Biblical literalist’s perspective.

A little boy sat in church, his eyes fixed on a flag on the wall covered with gold stars. He tugged on his father’s sleeve. "Daddy," he whispered, "Why does the flag have so many stars on it?" "Son," his dad whispered back, "that flag is to remind us of all the men and women who died in the service." The boy thought for a moment, his brow furrowed. Then he leaned in again and asked, "Daddy, was that the morning service or the evening service?" Have you ever been in a church s

Psalm of the Day: Psalm 89:33-43 Wisdom of the Day: Job 12:14-25 Scripture Reading: Luke 7:31-35 We learn from these verses that the wisdom of God's ways is always recognized and acknowledged by those who are wise-hearted. "Wisdom is justified by all her children." The idea which our Lord desired to impress upon us appears to be, that though the vast majority of the Jews were hardened and unreasonable, there were some who were not; and that though multitudes saw no wis

Psalm of the Day: Psalm 89:22-32 Wisdom for the Day: Job 12:1-13 Scripture Reading: Luke 7:31-35 We learn that the hearts of unsaved men are desperately perverse as well as wicked. In sound doctrinal terms they are totally depraved. Our Lord brings out this lesson in a remarkable comparison describing the generation of men among whom He lived while He was on earth. He compares them to children. He says, that children at play were not more wayward, perverse, and hard to

Psalm of the Day: Psalm 86:1-17 Wisdom of the Day: Job 9:21-35 Scripture Reading: Luke 7:18-23 Did John the Baptist doubt the authenticity of Jesus as the Messiah? Upon a casual reading one may come to this conclusion since John sent his disciples to Jesus to confirm that very thing. But what if John's question was for his disciple's sake and not his own? He knew that he was not long for this world and that they would soon be left alone. By having his disciples ask if J