God’s Provision for Perfection
The concept of perfection can seem daunting, even impossible, especially when we consider God’s standard. Matthew 5:48 clearly states, “Therefore you shall be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” This declaration, coming after Jesus’ exposition of the Law, highlighted humanity’s inability to achieve God’s righteousness on their own. To…
The Bondage and Freedom of the Will
In John 8:31-37, Jesus engages with those who believed in Him, proclaiming that if they continued in His word, they would truly be His disciples, know the truth, and the truth would set them free. This declaration sparked a revealing response from His audience, who, identifying as descendants of Abraham,…
The Church and Its Responsibilities: Equipped for Ministry
In the continuing “Church Matters” series, Part 6 delves into a crucial aspect of the local assembly: “The Church and Its Responsibilities.” Our guiding text, Ephesians 4:11-12 (NASB 2020), reveals Christ’s intentional design for His church: “And He gave some as apostles, some as prophets, some as evangelists, some as pastors and teachers,…