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.
“How, let me ask, have you believed vain fables, and supposed animals to be charmed by music; while Truth’s shining face alone, as would seem, appears to you disguised, and…
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, …
Something as simple as a household chore can teach important life lessons. There are no aspects of who we are, or what we do, from which we cannot learn and apply to our relationship with the Creator …
Scripture says the world will know us — Christians — by our love. John records Jesus saying: ““By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you…
Trying to do something is very different from training to do something. Trying hard can be important but is a wholly different activity from training. Training is a valuable concept…
“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…
Music is mentioned in Genesis and Revelation, the first and last books of the bible. There are more than 300 references, including song, songs, sing, musician, play (in a musical sense) and related references.
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…
Cats can complain a lot. They are creatures of habit, comfort and at least it seems, leisure. Cats complain if their lives are disturbed in any number of ways: Their…
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,…
Count me in that group that considers the object of faith more important than the holder of faith. Philosopher theologians have spent careers studying and writing about faith, of examining,…
Consider the concept of tolerance. Healthy social interaction requires tolerance. Ask any married couple. At least one of them will acknowledge the importance of tolerance towards others. I am married…
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,…
““Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the LORD, ” (Isaiah 1:18) — The discipline of logic provides a powerful framework for reasoning. The tools of logic can be very helpful in understanding and analyzing thought.
“And concerning you, my brethren, I myself also am convinced that you yourselves are full of goodness, filled with all knowledge and able also to admonish one another. But I…
“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…
“Teach me Your way, O LORD; I will walk in Your truth; Unite my heart to fear Your name.” (Psalm 86:11, NASB95) Sometimes a speaker or author presents a new…
“For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge,” (2 Peter 1:5, ESV) Virtue can be defined as “a beneficial quality or…
“So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience;bearing with one another, and forgiving each other,…
“AND YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND, AND WITH ALL YOUR STRENGTH.’” (Mark 12:30, NASB95)…
“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 …
It is the mission of this blog to bring glory to God who is the Creator of this planet, the universe, and of man.
“And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek…