Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. – Philippians 4:8 In the closing of the Book of Philippians is... Continue Reading →
Many today either “go to confession” or through a confession process asking forgiveness again and again. There are verses that speak of asking God to “forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” And the familiar verse: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to... Continue Reading →
There is a prince in the millennial kingdom. Of course, the Lord is called a Prince many times, but this prince is different. Who is this prince? What will be his responsibilities? We have at the top of the ruling structure in the millennial kingdom, the Lord Jesus Christ, doing the will of the Father.... Continue Reading →
Rom.12:1] I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. [2] And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and... Continue Reading →
A familiar Bible truth is that Israel is God’s favored and special nation. That’s what Judaism is. This truth is referenced in Ephesians 2:14, as “the middle wall of partition,” which now God “hath broken down.” What is not so commonly understood is their favored status created a narrow and restricted access to God as... Continue Reading →
We’re continuing our series on the End of the World in chronological order. We’re still in the thousand-year reign of Christ. We’re still talking about the New Covenant. The new covenant is practically synonymous with the Lord’s millennial kingdom. We pointed out before that when the Lord establishes a covenant, He’ll usually say one or... Continue Reading →
There is a significant difference between the new modern translations of the Bible and the good old King James Bible. Coming out of the Reformation, the King James Version (KJV) was the standard English Bible for over 350 years. In the late 1800’s a shift occurred. Dozens of English translations that are very different have... Continue Reading →
First, check out this article for a complete lowdown on covenants vs. testaments. A covenant and testament are two different concepts. A covenant is simply an agreement between two parties. A testament is like a will. It’s a declaration made by the testator that’s written down and becomes enforced after the testator’s death. A will... Continue Reading →
Rom.16:19] For your obedience is come abroad unto all men. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil. [20] And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with... Continue Reading →
“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.” (Romans 12:1) A familiar verse. But a sacrifice is not a sacrifice unless it costs us something. David sinned in numbering the people and was told to offer... Continue Reading →
Here are, to me, the best verses describing a true theocracy. Isa 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Isa 9:7 Of... Continue Reading →
[Editor's Note: I'm calling this the Summer of Ted, as we'll be posting articles every Wednesday morning by our dear brother Ted Fellows! I'm posting this one today, because it's totally epic. PTL! -Joel] There is a wonderful truth taught by the apostle Paul that when a sinner believes the gospel of salvation, they literally... Continue Reading →
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