“Believe In The Lord Jesus Christ Or Die In Your Sin!”
“Believe In The Lord Jesus Christ Or Die In Your Sin!”(Jn:8:21-30).Jesus told the Jews, “I am going away, and you will look for me, and you will die in your sin.” The Jews wondered whether Jesus wanted to kill himself. No! He did not want to kill himself. They were the ones that would murder […]
“On Knowing The Messiah!”
“On Knowing The Messiah!”(Lk.9:18-22).According to Jesus’ disciples, none of the people knew Jesus’ real identity. He was something other than the Messiah. The public often hold tightly on the wrong version they have of a person. It is often difficult to correct that wrong version.It is said, “Show me your friends, and I’ll tell you […]
“Reform Your Ways And Your Actions And Obey The LORD!”
“Reform Your Ways And Your Actions And Obey The LORD!”(Jer.26:1-16&24).Sometimes, one is tempted to believe that we are living a lie when we claim that “the church of Christ is the conscience of society, the mouthpiece of the oppressed, and the voice of the voiceless.” The claim is justified, but the practice is often the […]
“Bless You; Praise God!”
“Bless You; Praise God!”(Gen.14:17-20).This text contains the seed of the “just war theory.” Others may see in it also the seeds of Holy Communion and tithing. Melchizedek king of (Jeru)Salem doubled as priest of God Most High(a title of the chief Canaanute God). In ancient times, it was normal for kings to double as priests.The […]
“While Waiting For Christ, Engage In Service That Produces Results!”
“While Waiting For Christ, Engage In Service That Produces Results!”(Mt.25:14-30).The disciples came to Jesus privately, wanting to know the signs of endtime and when it was to happen. He told them to be ready for it because “no one knows about that day or hour,” including him the Son.To make it clearer, he told them […]