Category: Articles
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ONE GOD, ONE STORY: Why the God of the Old Testament and the God of the New Testament Are the Same
Many claim the God of the Old Testament is different from the God revealed in Jesus, yet Scripture tells a unified story of one unchanging, faithful, and consistent God. This article dismantles the myth of two different deities by tracing God’s justice, mercy, and character across both Testaments, showing how the same God who created,…
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Was Jesus Christian? And Did Bishops and Kings Invent the Bible?”
Many social media videos claim that “Jesus wasn’t Christian,” but the idea unravels when we examine Scripture and history. Jesus didn’t merely teach within Judaism—He fulfilled it, established the New Covenant, formed His church, and launched the very movement we now call Christianity. This article brings clarity to what Jesus truly began.
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Unequally Yoked: When a Minister Has an Unbelieving Wife
There are few burdens heavier for a man of God than to serve the Lord while the person closest to him does not share his faith. For a minister, this struggle runs even deeper because his home is meant to reflect the very gospel he preaches. Scripture does not ignore this painful reality, yet it…
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Jesus and the Rich Man: A Rebuke to False Shepherds
Jesus told the rich young ruler to sell everything and give to the poor. This article challenges modern ministries that manipulate generosity into a marketplace and calls the Church back to Christ’s heart for the needy.
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Saints, Mediators, and the Living Church: Understanding Intercession from Scripture to Today
A rich, narrative journey through Scripture and church history exploring how Christians have understood saints, mediation, and prayer—from the apostles to today’s three great streams of faith.
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“Believer” or “Christian”? A Pastoral Reflection on Identity, Faith, and Cultural Confusion
In a culture where the word “Christian” carries both reverence and reproach, what does it truly mean to be a believer in Jesus Christ? This pastoral reflection explores the meaning of faith, labels, and authentic identity in Christ.
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The Danger of Blending the Word of God with the Wisdom of the World
Many today try to mix the Bible’s creation with the world’s theories, seeking harmony between faith and atheistic science. But God’s Word stands alone—pure, complete, and unchanging. As believers, we must never compromise truth or dilute Scripture to fit human wisdom, for “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”
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The Blood and the Seed
In ancient Rome, where idols ruled and faith was forbidden, a young woman named Cecilia sang her devotion to Christ — even unto death. Her melody could not be silenced, for its source was divine.
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Cessationism and the Danger of Closed Ears
A comprehensive pastoral exploration of cessationism and the cost of limiting God’s activity, showing how doctrine can shape interpretation, expectation, and spiritual insight while highlighting the ongoing role of the Holy Spirit.
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The Danger of Knowing the Bible Without Knowing God
A pastoral exploration of why memorizing Scripture without the Holy Spirit can lead to misunderstanding and blindness to God’s truth, emphasizing submission of heart to Scripture and Spirit-led interpretation.
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Why the Human Heart Rejects God’s Truth
A comprehensive pastoral teaching exploring why human hearts resist God’s Word — from the Fall and spiritual warfare to practical steps for speaking truth in love. Scripture-rich, pastoral, and aimed at shepherding churches toward faithful proclamation and prayer.
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The Truth About the Pre-Tribulation Rapture: A Pastoral Teaching
Beloved in Christ, Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I write to you as a shepherd of souls, with deep concern and with deeper hope. In recent generations, many have been taught to expect a secret, pre-tribulation “rapture” — a vanishing of the church before the time…
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New-Age Beliefs in the Church: What They Are, Where They Came From, and What the Bible Says
New-Age ideas are showing up in Christian churches today — through meditation practices, ‘energy’ language, and pluralistic teaching. This article explains where it came from, how it enters churches, and what the Bible says about it.
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What It Really Means to Be “Christian”
The word “Christian” isn’t a label — it’s a life. In this teaching, we explore what it truly means to follow Christ with authenticity, humility, and love, grounding our faith in Scripture rather than culture or title.
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Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife: The Full Counsel of God’s Word
Explore the full counsel of God’s Word on heaven, hell, and the afterlife. Understand what Scripture teaches, why non-canonized writings confuse, and how this truth impacts believers today.
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Freely You Have Received, Freely Give: The Heart of True Ministry
A biblical teaching on Matthew 10:8 exploring the principle of freely giving what we have freely received. Discover the contrast between true and false shepherds and practical ways to live out Christlike generosity.
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The Seed of Sacrifice and the Harvest of Life
Abraham’s test with Isaac foreshadowed the Father giving His Son for us. Just as mercy and grace must be given to be received, life comes through surrender. What Abraham sowed in faith, we now reap in Christ—life, and life more abundantly.
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When God Feels Distant: A Guide for Seasons of Spiritual Dryness
Why do believers sometimes feel far from God even when praying, reading Scripture, and serving faithfully? This comprehensive guide explores biblical reasons for spiritual dryness, offers a diagnostic checklist, and provides practical steps for walking through seasons when God feels distant.
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When Little Becomes Much: The Widow’s Offering and Other Stories of Sacrificial Faith
The widow who gave her last two coins in the temple reminds us that God sees the heart behind every offering. Throughout Scripture, others gave small but costly sacrifices, and God honored each one. From Zarephath’s last meal to a boy’s lunch, these stories show that faith makes even the smallest gift precious to Him.
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Stones That Cry Out: From Sinai to the Savior
From Mount Sinai to John the Baptist and Jesus’ triumphal entry, Scripture uses the imagery of stones to reveal God’s sovereign power to raise up His people. Paul later explains that faith, not heritage, unites Jew and Gentile as true children of Abraham. This article explores the biblical theme of God creating worshippers from lifeless…
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Titles in the Church: Servants or Status? A Biblical Examination of Apostles, Prophets, and Leaders Today
Are titles like Apostle, Prophet, or Pastor wise to use in today’s church culture? This article explores the biblical foundation, modern dangers, and how to discern true servants of Christ from self-promoters.
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Your Tolerant Christianity Has No Value to God
When tolerance outweighs truth, the gospel is emptied. A pastoral call to stand on Scripture, speak truth in love, and choose God’s approval over the world’s.
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A Balanced Look at Christian History: One Church, Many Paths
A balanced look at Christian history, tracing the path from the early undivided church through the Great Schism, the rise of Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy, and the Protestant Reformation, showing how each branch developed while still confessing Christ as Lord.
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One Lord, One Body: A Call to Unity in Christ
Paul rebuked the Corinthians for dividing themselves by human leaders. Today, the church faces the same temptation through denominations and traditions. True unity is found in Christ alone, as His people are called to be set apart from the world and joined together in one body under one Lord.
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Not Peace, but a Sword: How Jesus Declared Himself God
When Jesus said He came not to bring peace but a sword, He wasn’t promoting violence — He was declaring Himself as God. Let’s explore how Matthew 10 and Luke 12 uncover His divine authority and call to ultimate loyalty.
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An Epistle on Walking in the Spirit in a Hostile Age
In an age where hostility and harsh words often appear even among believers, this epistle addresses how Christians can mirror the world instead of reflecting Christ. Drawing from the Scriptures and the fruit of the Spirit, it examines ten common patterns of hostile speech — from doctrinal attacks and shaming to sarcasm, manipulation, and social…
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Sons of Thunder or Sons of Light? A Holy Priesthood Responding to Evil
How should Christians respond to hostility, wickedness, and tragedy? Discover the biblical call to holiness, mercy, and trust in God’s justice as His royal priesthood.
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Not of This World: The Christian’s Call to Remain Set Apart
In a world full of chaos, violence, and distractions, believers are called to remain set apart as a holy priesthood. We must not allow riches, possessions, politics, or even the daily news cycle to steal our peace, joy, and love in Christ. Instead, we are to walk in the gifts of the Spirit, reflecting the…
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Hope, Not Hysteria: Recovering a Faithful View of Christ’s Return
Throughout history, Christians have labeled leaders, technologies, and world events as the Antichrist or the “mark of the beast.” While prophecy is vital, repeated mislabeling has hurt our witness and made us look like conspiracy theorists. This article explores historical and modern examples, Scripture’s warning, and how we can respond with wisdom, humility, and hope.
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The Dangers of False Teaching in The Church: Why Truth Matters More Than Ever
False teachings have always threatened the people of God, from the prophets of old to Jesus and the apostles. Today, they continue to steal, kill, and destroy—sowing division, confusion, and compromise in the body of Christ. This article exposes their danger, highlights modern examples like prosperity gospel, pre-tribulation rapture, cessationism, and several others, and equips…
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