What is Baptism and Why is it Important?
GOD IS LIFE We know the certainty of life in this physical world. After all, we are here. We start out drinking, then eating; nourishing our cellular life as we grow. We treasure our relationships. We care for ourselves. We ...
5 Benefits of Attending Church Regularly
We know attending church regularly can be challenging for some. But did you know there are quite a few benefits when you do? Here are five benefits you’ll receive by attending church regularly! It Connects Us with God One of ...
“Should I pray, ‘Father, save Me from this hour’?” (John 12:27)
Throughout His ministry, Jesus showed Himself to be God’s Son, especially in the hundreds of miracles He preformed. He also called Himself God’s only begotten Son, and claimed to be equal with His Father in heaven. In addition, He spoke ...
“Do Not Cry.” Luke 7:13
It was a heart-wrenching situation. A woman had lost her husband some time ago, and now her only son had died. Friends were carrying the body on a burial cot followed by the grief-stricken woman and many friends and neighbors ...
“Mary has chosen what is better.” Luke 10:42
Jesus had been invited to be a guest at the home of Martha and Mary. As usual, Jesus used the opportunity to teach spiritual truth to those around Him. Mary sat near Jesus and listened eagerly. Martha, on the other ...
“Unless you also repent.” (Luke 13:3)
The Jewish people were being ruled by the Romans. Pilate was their Roman governor. Along with other Roman rulers, he was ruthless at times. On one occasion, he ordered the killing of some Jewish people from Galilee while they were ...
How to Start Building a Relationship with God
God wants to know each of his children intimately, and that means you! If you’re wondering how to start building a relationship with God, this is your guide. Here are five ways to build and strengthen your relationship with Him. ...
“Your sins are forgiven.” (Luke 5:20)
It was early in Jesus' ministry. He had been healing many people and had gained such a reputation that crowds sought Him out. So did the religious leaders of the day. On this occasion these leaders filled a home to ...
“The words which I have spoken are spirit and they are life.” (John 6:63)
When Jesus first began His ministry many people responded positively to His healing, miracles, and His teaching about right and wrong. But now Jesus began to speak of everyone’s personal need for Him. He called Himself the Bread of Life ...
“I will give you rest…” (Matthew 11:28)
Jesus was addressing a crowd of people. He pointed out that most people were rejecting His teaching because it didn’t fit their own “spiritual wisdom and knowledge” that they were so proud of. Some of them completely denied any need ...
“No one can take My life from Me. I sacrifice it voluntarily.” (John 10:18)
There were plenty of people who didn’t like what Jesus taught – especially when He pointed out their self-serving lifestyles and motives. Some hated Him so much that they wanted to kill Him. They tried on several occasions, but not successfully. Yes, Jesus ...
“Only God is truly good.” [Part Two] (Mark 10:18)
[Continued from Part One] Last time we saw that a rich young man had addressed Jesus as “Good Teacher” and asked what he must do to inherit eternal life. Jesus responded by saying that only God is truly good. Then He recited ...