The Word to the World
Think about your reflex responses to these statements: “Missionary work is more important to God than plumbing.” “Listening to a sermon mp3 is always a better use of time than watching your children ride their bikes.” “Elders are responsible for the spiritual needs of the
There is an urge within all true Christians to let their “light so shine before others that they may see your good deeds and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). This is good and commendable. For many, however, this has
In 1 John 5:1–5, John was writing to help his children to understand that faith in Christ causes believers to overcome the world. This overcoming the world happens in their relationships, in their own hearts, and out in the culture. In vv. 6–12, we examine
Christian faith is not an ethereal emotional fog or mere mental assent. Christian faith is rooted and grounded in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Christian faith is spiritual but works itself out in physical love and obedience. Ultimately it is Christian faith that