by Matthew Borgstrom | Sep 10, 2019 | Uncategorized
When we are defending the gospel by giving an account for the hope that is in us, we begin with what defined us as an unbeliever and how that manifested itself. The following question can help us get to those answers: How were you in opposition to God, the gospel and...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Sep 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
In Lamentations chapter 3, Jeremiah concludes his review of the unending nature of God’s love for his people with the well-known declaration in v.23—Great is your faithfulness. This is altogether stunning in light of Jeremiah’s circumstances, namely the complete...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Aug 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
The principle from Paul’s suffering in Acts 21:27-40 can be summed up by the following statement: Even though one is following the Lord’s will, it doesn’t mean that the road won’t be bumpy and that everyone else will get in line with how you’re seeking to obey...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Aug 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Now I want us to think about the principles of Christian liberties, found in Paul’s epistles, with regards to those who parade their freedoms on social media. While it’s true that we cannot know anyone’s specific motives with certainty, there is a common motive...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Aug 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s true that we are not faced with such a discernible fork in the road like the Apostle Paul in Acts 21, so what exactly do we need to be thinking about with regards to the gospel advancing through our cross bearing? Jesus points us in the right direction in...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jul 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
As we dive back into our study of Acts and look at an overview of chapters 1-20, one of the major hindrances Luke demonstrates the gospel conquers is rampant unbelief. This common trait in those we know is something that can easily cause us to doubt the ability of...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jul 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
The very first word in 1 Cor. 11:23, for, alerts us that Paul is about to give the reason why the exposed problem in vv.17-22 is so serious. It’s because of instruction that originated from the Lord Jesus himself, as is clearly captured in the Upper Room narrative...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jul 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
During the past several decades, there has been a steady decline in church membership. Why? For one, many churches have abandoned it all together. This is due to the fact that it’s far more important for many churches to get warm bodies in the seats than it is to...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jul 5, 2019 | Uncategorized
So, what is the purpose of the ordinances? It’s interesting hearing how people think of them, which largely depends on one’s church background. Some view them as just religious routine, with very little personal benefit, much like how giving to the church or...
by Matthew Borgstrom | Jun 30, 2019 | Uncategorized
In 1st Timothy 3:4, Paul says an elder must manage his house not perfectly, but well. Based on that, here’s just a preview of v.5—If an elder is willing to treat those few souls under his care at home with neglect, incompetence or harshness, why should he be given...
