Ever since I became a Christian I have been fascinated by the way that professing believers have defined (and redefined) the term and concept of “grace.”
Some folks define it as a type of shield that protects them from the wrath of GOD, almost using it as a license to continue in their sinful lives. Others [...]
Believers are constantly being accused by the accuser of committing the unpardonable sin or “blasphemy of the HOLY SPIRIT!” But what exactly is that? Have you ever thought that you had committed it? Let’s take a look in the Scriptures and see if we can gain a better understanding of this concept.
The actual word “blasphemy” [...]
By the title, I’m not calling you stupid. I’m referring to myself. You’ll understand why as you read on…
Isn’t it interesting that today’s Christianity has decided that the LAW of YHWH has been done away with, and in its place is some unwritten standard that only scattered pockets of Christians agree upon? Many of these [...]
Lets consider Galatians 4:9-10:
But now after you have known God, or rather are known by God, how is it that you turn again to the weak and beggarly elements, to which you desire again to be in bondage? 10You observe days and months and seasons and years. 11I am afraid for you, lest I have [...]
Which Law Do You Follow?
Without doing an exhaustive study, it is fairly easy to see throughout the Holy Scriptures, two laws, two standards, two basis for life;
The Law of YHWH; spoken and/or written.
The law of man; spoken and/or written.
For purposes of distinction let me suggest that the “law of man” is confirmed & established whenever [...]
This chapter is frequently used to substantiate the belief that Christians can observe any day as their Sabbath. Believers sometimes use it to legitimize eating anything or refraining from everything. It can be a confusing chapter…
The chapter is not confusing as long as we keep in mind the background, the context and the point that [...]
Matthew 22:37
How Are We To Love YHWH According To HIS Word?
Upon speaking with professing believers, and discussing the necessity of Biblical obedience, all too often we hear, “Jesus said (in Matthew 22:37) that we are just to love God and our neighbor. That has nothing to do with us having to keep HIS Commandments.”
However, upon [...]
When did “Grace” begin?
Because many have mistakenly thought that John 1:17 says that “grace began with JESUS” or “at the cross”, I offer the following list of verses from the Old Testament Scriptures, using the word “grace” (as found in the NKJV). May we be challenged in our thinking regarding HIS “grace” throughout the [...]
Why did JESUS have to address these issues? Evidently there were rumors that HE was doing away with the Law…and possibly the Prophecies of the Scriptures. Why do we have to address this question? Because the same rumors still exist.
Verse 17a “Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets”
“destroy”: Strong’s [...]
Man’s Law Versus God’s Law
The Commandments and Doctrines of Men
The commandments and doctrines of men are of no effect against the indulgence of the flesh.
Practicing God’s commandments, by faith, results in life.
The commandments of God are positively effectual when practiced by faith.
Colossians 2:20-23 says that the commandments and doctrines of men are of no value [...]
