Posts from 2025

The Bible emphasizes the importance of hearing and listening to the word of God. Faith comes from hearing the word of Christ (Romans 10:17). While we can imagine ourselves captivated by Jesus’ teachings in person, many of us struggle to listen attentively to modern-day sermons. Unlike other forms of media, sermons require focused, uninterrupted attention for thirty to forty minutes Afterall, the message we are hearing is the most important one in the world (1 Corinthians 1:18-25). So, how should…

We often say all sin is the same and that unrepentant sin can cost us our souls. It’s true that all sin transgresses God’s law (1 John 3:4; Isa. 59:1-2), and all unrighteousness is sin (1 John 5:17). While some sins like adultery, murder, and theft are highly visible and condemned, we may be tempted to overlook “smaller” sins. But we must remember that even these carry eternal consequences. Sin, no matter how small, always separates us from God (Jer.…

The National Retail Foundation, in a press release, anticipates that Americans will break yet another record spending record for the Valentine’s Day Holiday this year. After spending $27.4 billion in 2020 and spending $25.8 billion in 2024, expectations are that we will spend $27.5 billion ($188.81/person) in 2025. The NRF Vice President of Industry and Consumer insights remarked, “Consumers are looking for special ways to treat their loved ones and can expect retailers to provide the best gift options and…

1. Every member of the Godhead was involved in the creation of humanity (Gen. 1:1- 2; Job 33:4; John 1:1-3; Col. 1:15-17; Heb. 1:1-3) 2. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit dwell in the Christian (Eph. 3:17; 1 John 4:12; 2 Tim. 1:14). 3. The Holy Spirit dwells in Christians in a unique way as a down payment or earnest of the future eternal salvation which is to come (2 Cor. 1:22, 5:5; Eph. 1:13-14). 4. Christians are baptized into…

Here we are a few weeks into meeting at our new building on Cumberland Trace, and for the first 2 weeks we experienced some challenges associated with the weather. As I write this, it is snowing. But, to prepare for the removal of the snow in order for everyone to be able to get into the building safely, we did what is referred to as “pre-salting.” The idea is to get salt down on the hard surfaces before the snow…

Sin is a short three-letter word with a long history. It is a biblical concept worth understanding, as much of the Bible addresses its meaning and how we can overcome it. While popular culture often diminishes the significance of sin, God’s word speaks plainly about the pain it causes and the remedy He provides. Here are some important truths about sin that everyone should know: Sin entered the world through Adam’s disobedience (Genesis 3:1-6; Romans 5:12). We do not inherit…