What is the difference between foreknowledge and predestination? They are different. In Paul’s letter to Christians in Rome he states God both foreknew and predestined them to become conformed to the image of His Son.
When God changes a person or their circumstance instantly it is sometimes called deliverance. When God provides His children the privilege of experiencing change over time, often allowing participation in the process, this progression is generally referred to as sanctification.
Sometimes I realize what I used to know. That is, recognize how much knowledge has evaporated away over time. … Jesus gave us a directive — which is also very sound advice — in Matthew 6.
““But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness …
Where is the practice of introspection regarding one’s fruit found in the bible? … As I search I find the concept of fruit associated with obedience, God’s will, God’s provision and blessing, walking in the Spirit, seeking God, abiding in Christ, …
“But whatever things were gain to me, those things I have counted as loss for the sake of Christ. More than that, I count all things to be loss in…
How many sermons have been given where a comment, often a snarky comment, is made about the Apostle John’s self identification as “the Apostle whom Jesus loved?” This is not…
For the Christian and non-Christian alike, faith is common. A biblical definition of faith is provided by the writer of Hebrews: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for,…
It is Independence Day in the U.S. A day that gives opportunity to remember, consider, and appreciate the incredible work our revolutionary forefathers wrought. They took on the British empire,…
“But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.” (James 3:17, NASB95) To seek the Lord is a…
“Yet you do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are just a vapor that appears for a little while and then vanishes away.” (James 4:14, NASB95)…
“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” ― A.W. Tozer
If one states they “study theology” or are “pursuing theological studies” then the literal interpretation of those words is …
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