What you can accomplish on your own

What you can accomplish on your own

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...
God is only pleased by faith

God is only pleased by faith

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...
Do you truly believe this?

Do you truly believe this?

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...
The Godliness of Modesty

The Godliness of Modesty

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...