Yet, even here in the Torah (first 5 books of the OT) we see that the mere act of physical circumcision did not necessarily mark one as part of the people of God. There was always something to be said for the circumcision of the heart. It would be those who had their hearts circumcised who were truly circumcised. So, what does that mean?What Would

What Does This Passage Tell Us about Witchcraft and the Occult?Witchcraft and the occult are very dangerous, for in their practice dwells the very nature and deception of the devil. Neither the demons of Satan nor this witch can conjure up real persons. That is of the domain and will of Almighty God alone. The vision — the real vision — was unexpec

Our relationship with God is based upon our inclusion in Christ. Below is a sampling of the ways that Paul uses this expression (with emphasis added).“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 6:23).“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1).“So

Lord God, sometimes the tasks before me loom high and insurmountable, like a wall I cannot possibly scale. I grow weary. My human weaknesses threaten to bring me to my knees.But with You, Lord, I can do all things. With Your supernatural power, my faith can move mountains, because it rests in You, the author of all things.Please grant me strength,

But in the end when it was clear my dad’s time was short, I had to release my control of the outcome to God and embrace the time I had left with him. It’s a reminder that life is short and that you shouldn’t put off time with your loved ones because a time will come when they won’t be there anymore.One of the best reminders of death and loss from S

Lord God, when I feel like a nobody, I will remember that I have been chiseled into your hands through the sacrifice of Your Son. Amen5. When You’re Teetering on the EdgeGod promises to lead those who trust in Him so they do not fall. One example of this promise is from Habakkuk: “He makes me like a deer, which does not stumble. He leads me safely

“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord” (Romans 6:23).Sin leads someone away from Jesus and away from the free gift of eternal life in Jesus. Sin and death are intrinsically tied together.Jesus is life. His entire being is in complete opposition to sin and death. It was His death and resurr

Where Does the Bible Mention Phileo Love? The Bible mentions phileo love throughout both the Old and New Testaments. In 1 Samuel 18:1-2 Jonathan develops a strong friendship with David. “Jonathan’s soul was tied to David’s soul.” Proverbs 3:32 says that God is a friend to good and honest people. Proverbs 18:24 says that a true friend can be better

Is it tradition? Ritual? Discipline? Sanctification? The label of being “all in” or “sold out”? These are not things Christians should be quick to reject.Religion, in and of itself, also doesn’t have to be legalistic, cold, or disconnected from a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.Unfortunately, when Christians fear being labeled as “religious,

Prayer of Thanks for Mom Heavenly Father,We thank you for mom. You created such a precious identity and role for a woman who raises children. We thank you for the ways mom takes care of us, how mom teaches us, and how mom sacrifices so much for her family. We give thanks for the faith and spirituality that mom passes on to the next generation, and

What Can We Learn from the Land of Goshen?The Israelites lived as aliens in a foreign land, ruled by people who didn’t follow their ways or God. In their slavery, the Israelites called out to God, and then they watched all the Egyptians suffer through the plagues while the land of Goshen did not suffer from the plagues’ effects (Exodus 8:22, 9:4, 9

- Acts and some epistles: Some letters from Paul and other apostles were written during the same time period that Acts (the history of the church) covers. But roughly, the order is Acts, then James, Galatians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Romans, Colossians, Philemon, Ephesians, and Philippians. The four latter books were written dur

It starts a bit closer to home, though, according to Jesus.John 4:35-38 – “Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, and then comes the harvest’? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look on the fields, that they are white for harvest. Already he who reaps is receiving wages and is gathering fruit for life eternal; so that he who sows and

“But let us proceed to the contents of this Book. It will be found that it contains a full system of truth, exhibiting sin and the sinner, grace and the Saviour; comprehending, also, details of duty, and openings into the ages to come, – whatever, in short, bears upon a sinner's walk with a reconciled God, and his [conduct] in this present evil wor

Where Does Jesus Say The First Will Be Last? 1. The Man in the CrowdAs Christ and the disciples journeyed toward Jerusalem before Christ’s triumphal entry, an unnamed person in the crowd asked in response to Christ’s teaching, “Lord, are there few who are saved?” (Luke 13:23 NIV). Jesus responded, “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door

“The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” (Psalm 118:6).Do you realize there is no one who can overtake you when the Lord is on your side? There is safety in his arms and safety in his presence. This does not mean bad things won’t happen, they just can’t overtake you unless you allow them. We can and will overcome because th

1. Voddie Baucham This preacher has made waves in the 21st century with his commitment to a proper understanding of the Bible, a Christian education, and standing strong in the faith. He started his academic career playing football as a tight-end, but transferred to Houston Baptist University. He became a Christian in 1987.Baucham also attended Sou

What Is Solomon’s Prayer for Wisdom? The Bible recounts that King Solomon’s prayer for wisdom was during a dream, detailed in 1 Kings 3:1-15 and a parallel passage, 2 Chronicles 1:7-12. At Gibeon, the Lord appeared to Solomon, saying, “Ask for whatever you want me to give you.” Imagine that for a moment. God gave Solomon a blank check. Solomon show

When Jesus rode into Jerusalem not long before His death, He chose to ride upon a donkey, a humble animal signifying peace, instead of a war-horse or some other needless display of earthly strength (Matthew 21).And finally, He willingly allowed Himself to be beaten, ridiculed, tortured, and crucified, giving His last breath in a public execution we

4. AdoptionThe law may have changed today, but the hearts of many still don’t value the lives of unborn children. This means that more than likely, an increased number of children will be put up for adoption. A lot more. For married couples, this is an opportunity to serve those in need, especially for couples contending with infertility. For those