Fannie Lou Hamer, a devout follower of Jesus, fought against injustice with prayer and perseverance, refusing to retaliate or hate her enemies. Her story serves as a model for pursuing justice and beauty in the world, and her example of praying for those who hurt her is a powerful reminder of Jesus' teachings. Meanwhile, the founder of Legos, Ola Kirk Christensen, also faced unimaginable trials, including the loss of his child and wife, but continued to bless the name of the Lord and glorify God through his work, showing that God values play and work that the world calls useless and trivial. [... more]

Jesus teaches us to accept one another without judgment, just as he accepted us. This means looking beyond the outside and warmly welcoming others into our lives, even if we disagree with them. By doing so, we can build a supernatural community where people feel loved and valued, and we can bring glory to God. [... more]

Lauren Gydeck discusses Christian Healthcare Ministries, a budget-friendly, biblical, and compassionate healthcare cost-sharing alternative that allows individuals to join at any time of the year. She explains how CHM works, its cost, and spiritual component, and how it can be a lifesaver for those who have missed the open enrollment deadline or are experiencing life transitions. [... more]

The Bible's account of Jesus' miracles is a record that is ablaze with supernatural events, but the question remains, do we trust them? The New Testament record of Jesus' life and teachings is centered on the historical claim of miracle, and understanding the functions of miracles in the New Testament is crucial to grasping the significance of Jesus' life and work. [... more]

The doctrine of Christ's second coming is central to Christian belief, as it has been from the very beginning of the church. The Bible speaks of the future in a way that coheres in the person and work of Jesus Christ, who will return in glory to consummate all that the Father has planned. The premillennial coming of Jesus Christ is a personal, visible, glorious, and divine event that will be sudden and wrathful, catching people off guard. Believers must be alert, have hope, and pursue holiness in anticipation of this event. [... more]

The Bible teaches that God's sovereignty is evident in salvation, where the effectual call of God brings individuals to faith, and the elect are chosen for salvation, with definite atonement and preserving grace ensuring their perseverance. [... more]

Jesus teaches that everyone is poor in spirit, recognizing their spiritual bankruptcy and total depravity. He explains that sin begins with the heart, and that even good deeds and prayers can be self-deceived if they are not done with a true heart. Jesus emphasizes that the heart is the source of evil thoughts, murders, and adulteries, and that it is impossible for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven without God's grace. [... more]