In Paul’s letter to the church at Ephesus he confirmed that God had predestined the redemption of Israel and the church from before time. God’s plan included that His chosen would be adopted as sons enabled by Jesus. The reason for His plan was simply that He wanted to do it, i.e. “according to the good pleasure of His will.” …
Redemption is between Repentance and Restoration
Redemption is absolutely a key doctrine in the Bible. Redemption is also initiated by an act of God. After genuine repentance has taken place, redemption is accomplished, which leads to restoration. There are two major Hebrew words used in the Old Testament that define redemption. The word to be used presently is ‘Gaal.’ There are several significant synonyms that are …
Time of the End
The phrase ‘time of the end’ is not the same as the ‘end of time.’ The ‘time of the end’ typically refers to the return of Christ after the seven year tribulation period, while the ‘end of time’ will not take place until after the millennial kingdom. Some interpret the ‘time of the end’ to symbolically represent the end of …
Fundamental ‘Re’ Words in the Bible
Several of the most significant doctrinal words in the Bible begin with ‘re.’ The basic idea of the prefix ‘re’ means ‘again,’ or ‘to go back.’ In fact, the Bible is actually based on ‘re’ words, such as return, repent, redeem, restore, and renew. Interestingly, while progressivism is a popular ideology in America today, such ideology is not found in …
It’s About Time
‘Time’ is a finite dimension that will appear for a fleeting moment between eternity past, and eternity future. The Bible reveals that there were numerous events done from the foundation of the world. In fact, God’s plan for mankind was devised in explicit detail long before Adam and Eve. ‘From the foundation of the world’ means ‘before time began.’ “… …
The ‘Other Woman’
Solomon tells of another ‘woman’ quite the opposite of wisdom. She is equally as enthusiastic as wisdom with her appeal, but her message, while flattering, appeals to the natural instincts of the naïve, mockers, and fools. It all began for the ‘other woman’ when the curse was pronounced on the serpent in the garden. “And I will put enmity between …
God’s Sovereignty in Politics
It would be beneficial to take time-out from the present hectic political climate to examine the seldom discussed truth about the approaching midterm elections. Many hold to the belief that God is not involved in politics. The best way to either verify or nullify that thinking is to consult the Bible, which is totally impartial. Let’s examine several Scripture passages …
Division Where Least Expected
Jesus confirmed that great division would be present during His first advent on earth, and the age of the church. “Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword. For I have come to ‘set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother…’” Matthew 10:34-36 The …
Deceit in the Church Age
The majority of mankind will not spend eternity with their Creator. The majority will have been deceived into believing the lie concerning the reality of Christ. According to the Bible, Christ is God in the flesh, Redeemer of mankind, and the only way to know God the Father. Any other representation of the person and mission of Christ is false, …
Not all things will be remembered
The Bible is very clear relative to teachings and issues that man is admonished to remember for their own benefit. However, there are certain things that God’s people plead with Him not to remember. And just as it is a gift of God for man to be able to remember, it is a gift of God for Him not to …