Following your own good—is Man essentially good? Are we evolving into better people, guided by some innate wisdom? The Pope etc An article in FrontPageMag addressed the Left's march to the papacy facilitated by Pope Francis and like-minded cohorts. The pope has raised eyebrows by consistently making problematic … [Read more...]
How did the Apostles Endure Persecution
How did the Apostles Endure Persecution—how should we? Once again, this column isn't my stuff, and that's a good thing! The following thoughts were taken from Paul Washer's essay in the book, "High King of Heaven." Washer asks what enabled the apostles to endure persecution with rejoicing. He responds by saying that … [Read more...]
Plead God’s Promises in Prayer
To Plead God's Promises in Prayer is a suggestion found in Chapter 12 (Prayerful Praying Today) of Joel Beeke's and Brian Najapfour's book "Taking Hold of God." The book is mentioned in our article Matthew Henry on the Method of Prayer. On pages 236-237 of "Taking Hold of God" the authors write: In His … [Read more...]
A Satanic Cosmic Conflict
We do not wrestle against flesh and blood; we are engaged in a satanic cosmic conflict. It is a spiritual battle of high order. Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against … [Read more...]
Eternal Communion with the Trinity
Eternal Communion with the Trinity: What was God doing before creation? The Triune God enjoyed a loving fellowship and communion. An Eternally Happy God God did not have to create anything in order to ease His loneliness. He was already incomprehensibly happy, and in love. The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit … [Read more...]
Are You Ready For the Lord? Maranatha!
One of the happiest, providential moments that happened to me after I left my New Age life behind was finding a great Christian Book Store. It had an extensive selection of Biblical commentaries, apologetics works and books on eschatology. It often seemed as if a particular book appeared on the shelves just when I … [Read more...]
Therefore We Will Not Fear – Psalm 46
God is our refuge and strength, therefore we will not fear - Psalm 46. Over the last few years, this Psalm has been a particularly great source of comfort to me - so much so that I often read it aloud and with gusto. Life can often throw unexpected trials at us. Or we suddenly find ourselves walking in the Valley of … [Read more...]
Second Thessalonians Two a Pretrib Problem
Is second Thessalonians two a pretrib problem? I've covered some of this material before, so this is really a recap of sorts. If you're on social media a lot and have an interest in prophecy, there's a chance you may have come across a documentary called "Seven Pretrib Problems and the Prewrath Rapture." In a … [Read more...]
What is Revelation’s Hour of Testing?
What is Revelation's Hour of Testing? Rev 3:10 contains a specific promise to the Philadelphian Church. The nature of this promise has long been the subject of debate. Because you have kept the word of my perseverance, I also will keep you from the hour of testing, that hour which is about to come upon the whole … [Read more...]
Richard Baxter on God’s Love
Richard Baxter on God's Love for the saints: Baxter (1615 - 1691) is well known for his monumental work "The Saints' Everlasting Rest." This work was a product of the turmoil the Puritan experienced throughout his life. There was civil war and disease. Some 868,000 people died through battle and disease over three … [Read more...]
