2017 October

The Seven Churches Described in the Book of Revelation

When you study the Book of Revelation, one of the first things that you will look at are the seven churches listed in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. There you will see seven actual letters from Jesus — one to each church. In the letters He applauds and chastises each church and He offers them […]

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Why Violence And Looting Are Hypocritical Responses To Social Injustice

by Jack Wellman

Why do people protest social injustice by civil disobedience, such as looting and violence? Why are these hypocritical responses? Social Injustice Today there seems to be more protests in the streets about real or perceived social injustices than there were just ten years ago, and I think it’s good to protest social injustice when we […]

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From Prodigal to Redeemed

by Pamela Rose Williams

I have heard it said that sometimes you have to hit rock bottom before you realize a need. This is indeed the case for many people who are ignoring the call to accept Jesus as Savior. Though it is not always true, I have seen people go through life as a Prodigal — someone who […]

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How Do You Approach A False Teacher?

by Jack Wellman

What can we do when we know someone who’s a false teacher? What does the Bible say about false teachers? False Prophets The Bible clearly indicates that there will be false teachers in the latter days. In fact, they were even around in the days of the apostles, but false teachers are not something new. […]

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How Does Grace and Obedience Work Together In A Believers Life?

by Jack Wellman

We are saved by grace, but what does this mean about our obedience? Does it matter? Grace We are saved by grace, and thankfully, not by works, because most of the religions of the world base their beliefs on works, but God does not. For one thing, our works are nothing more than filthy rags […]

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People Jesus Appeared to After His Resurrection

by Pamela Rose Williams

As Christians we believe in the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. This is, in fact, one of the fundamentals of faith. Without this victory over death we could not enter into the kingdom (John 11:25; 1 Thes 4:14; Romans 6:4; Romans 8:11; 1 Cor 15:12-32). The fact that Jesus rose from the dead is […]

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What Will Christians Be Doing In Heaven?

by Jack Wellman

Have you ever thought about what you will be doing in heaven? The Bible tells us some of the things believers will do in heaven. New Heavens and Earth The Bible teaches that there will be a new heaven and a new earth since someday the elements will all burn with fire as “by the […]

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How Can Christians Avoid Sin?

by Jack Wellman

How can believers avoid falling into sin? What are biblical ways to avoid it? Like Water I hate to admit it, but the Bible backs me up. Before I was saved, I drank iniquity like bottled water. It’s just what sinners do…sin! A cow does what a cow is supposed to do, and for us […]

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Why Christians Must Love Muslims

by Jack Wellman

Should Christians love Muslims? What does the Bible say about loving others, even outside of the church? Love Your Neighbor The command to love our neighbor as ourselves is not new. It’s been taught throughout the Old Testament as in Leviticus 19:18 where it says, “You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against […]

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Book Reviews: “God’s Big Plans for Me” and “God’s Great Love for You” by Rick Warren

by Jack Wellman

I recently had the privilege to review two new books from Rick Warren. God’s Big Plans for Me is a children’s 40-day devotional, and God’s Great Love for You is a richly illustrated book for young children. Great Structure – Unique and Easy to Follow When I decided to review the book, God’s Big Plans […]

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