by Matthew Borgstrom | Apr 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
After John records the end of v.3 in John 21, it’s apparent that the disciples’ overnight fishing efforts were completely fruitless. This fishing expedition serves as a final lesson from Christ, teaching them what they can accomplish on their own. When...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Apr 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
We all probably have heard statements like the following from others or perhaps in our own thoughts: “If God would just show up so that I could see him, then I would believe that he exists.” Or…”If Jesus would just speak to me audibly, then I’d know he’s real.” Or…”If...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Mar 31, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we commemorate the resurrection of our Lord this year, it must be noted that without faith you will not benefit from Christ’s resurrection. In other words, the resurrection is of no consequence for those who do not believe. That being said, there are many who would...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Mar 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
What is the common way that wives can fear with regards to their husbands?—Is it not fear that your husband’s immature decisions or lack of decision making will supersede God’s sovereignty and surely lead you and your family into spiritual and physical...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Mar 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Paul then concludes this opening exhortation in 1 Tim. 2:9-10 with what women should focus on. The NIV is helpful here—10 but with good deeds, [which is] appropriate for women who profess to worship God [or make a claim to godliness.] As we would expect from Paul or...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Mar 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
In Eph. 5:25-26, the Apostle Paul puts forth that the intention of Christ’s love for his bride, the church, was her sanctification. Now a husband cannot sanctify his wife, for he lacks the power in himself, but there are a couple main ways that husbands can...
