I renounced Calvinism so I could see Scripture plainly — We were studying the book of Hebrews at our Church’s Bible Study last year. And I can vividly recollect how everyone was trying to understand the following warning: Hebrews 2:1–3 Therefore we must pay closer attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. 2 For…

We’ve all heard that. A zillion times. Even the “Parable of Talents” tells us to do so, right? The Bible encourages us to use our gifts. But the world has come into the Church no doubt. It is not uncommon to find elderly people — especially those in Church leadership…

Today, there are many people claiming to be servants of God, prophets, apostles and teachers — some of them are very popular and have a global audience. It has been my observation that often, the teachings of most popular preachers are not true to the Word of God. They are…

God’s ways are not ours. Certainly. I wanted to read through the twelve minor prophets once more — and finish before the delivery of our first child. God’s providence and a sudden turn of events made sure that baby Joanna arrived earlier than we expected. I was still digging my…

In his letter to the Colossians, Paul talks about several ways in which one can be side-tracked and led away from the true Gospel. Let “no one… “, he warns four times! He’s reminding us again and again that no one should deceive us! What are the four warnings? …

“Jesus died to make you rich!”. “Wait. Let me catch my breath. Really?” “Yes. Take a look at what the Bible says!” 2 Corinthians 8:9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that although he was rich, he became poor for your sakes, so that you by…

Judge not Matthew 7:1–5 “Do not judge so that you will not be judged. 2 For by the standard you judge you will be judged, and the measure you use will be the measure you receive. 3 Why do you see the speck in your brother’s eye, but fail to see the…

There is a tendency among many Christians to read the New Testament and Psalms extensively, while ignoring the rest of the Old Testament. Why? Because it is not easy to read the Old Testament. Reading and studying it requires effort and diligence — you cannot read through the Old Testament…

We were once away from God and had no identity. But now, we have been shown mercy through Jesus Christ and we have a new identity as God’s people. 1 Peter 2:9–10 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people of his own, so…