Who has not heard that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter into heaven? These words illustrate how often we read the Bible and fail to notice what the text says but simply state our preconceived conclusions about what a verse says. Read the opening sentence again. This…

Faith in God is one of the greatest blessings on this earth!  Faith in Jesus Christ will change your life forever!  God longs for us to believe in Him!  “Without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him” (Heb. 11:6). …

There is a formula in some passages of the Bible. Something terrible, grave, sad, or otherwise unfavorable state is mentioned. Then, the words “but God” come into focus as we continue reading. These words usher in a solution, reprieve, or change to what was once unbearable. We can read this example from the Psalms, “My flesh and my heart may fail, But…

There is far too much speculation about the work of angels and their impact upon the earth. We need to be careful when we think about them and listen to what the Bible tells us about them. The book of Psalms clearly reveals much about their work. Look at the following description David gives about angels and then, without speculation, find comfort…

The direct connection between true, saving faith and one’s obedience to the Lord could not be more clearly and emphatically stated in the New Testament.  By definition, Biblical faith involves one’s obedience, and by repeated usage of terms, Biblical faith and obedience are tied inseparably together. So, what about all of the verses that state that faith saves us?  And what about…

When you listen to children read you will hear a lot of interesting versions of words. On one such occasion, godliness was read as God-lines. As I heard the word I thought, “That is not bad.” We should look at our maturing in godliness not just as something we are striving for, but something that is also guiding us. These heavenly guidelines…

Mordecai told Esther that there was no way she could know for sure that she (a Jewish young lady) had become queen of the Persian Empire so that she could, by her actions on just one day of her life, change the history of the nation. He simply said, “Who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time…

While various men may define faith differently and while various groups may separate faith and obedience in God’s plan for man, the first article in this series found that both the Bible and lexicographers emphasize that true faith involves conviction, surrender and obedience.  Is there further Biblical evidence that can offered in this matter? It may surprise some Bible readers to learn…