First, the historical proof of our resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:1-11). The resurrection of Christ is an historic fact proved by the message of the Gospel, the testimony of witnesses and the conversion of the Apostle Paul himself. If there were no resurrection, there would be no salvation, for a dead savior can save nobody.
Read MoreTrue biblical faith is not an emotional kind of wishful thinking; it is an inner conviction based on the word of God. In Hebrews 11:1 the word substance means “assurance” and evidence means “proof.” So, when the Holy Spirit gives us faith through the word, the very presence of that faith in our hearts is all the assurance and evidence we need.
Read MoreThere are three great biblical events on the timeline of biblical prophecy that may be ready to happen. Let’s take a quick look at these as found in the Bible.
Read MoreEnoch is one of only two people who did not experience death (Elijah is the other; see 2 Kings 2:1-12). Why? Hebrews says it’s because he pleased God (Hebrews 11:5). That doesn’t mean, of course, if you’re pleasing God you won’t die. But it does mean his departure from the world was a direct result of how he lived. He lived a godly life within the context of an evil and corrupt society. What he did mattered.
Read MoreWith all the “phobias” going around these days we now have a new one. “Christo phobia” — or the fear of Jesus Christ.
Read MoreIt’s possible to know what God is like because the Bible gives us a full revelation about God. There are hundreds of things we could say about him as revealed in the Bible, but here are four we may focus on:
Read MoreThe peace of God is not a mere concept promoted by preachers and theologians.
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