The Bible describes sin using different pictures including debt, enmity, and crime. R.C. Sproul (42) helps us understand how Christ atones for our sin with the following table. Sin as . . . Man God Christ Debt Debtor Creditor Surety…
What does “atonement” mean? How can my definition be improved?
Suppose someone encountered the Easter story for the first time. Imagine how overwhelmed he or she would be with all the details. This year for Easter I am working on a primer that will summarize: Places – Where did the…
Where Pilgrim Was “Progressing” . . .
Describing his destination, John Bunyan’s pilgrim said: I am going now to see that head that was crowned with thorns, and that face that was spit upon for me. I have formerly lived by hearsay and faith; but now I…
The “Gosple” and Other Terms Everyone Should Know
One of our goals as churches and families must be to equip our people to know important theological terms. A little girl in our church (see the above pic) recently took the time to make me a list of key…
Which Bible Verse Should be Memorized First?
Which verse of Scripture do you think should be memorized first? Do you agree with my choice? Tell me in the comments. Memorizing Scripture is one of the most beneficial practices you can ever adopt – – watch the below…
Verbiage for Asking For a Daughter’s Hand
I have two daughters – – both of them favor their mother and in looks and are gorgeous — I have written elsewhere about what it will take for those making the request – – it involves killing a bear…
Can We Know the Unknowable? Yes!
Now then, little man, for a short while fly from your business; hide yourself for a moment from your turbulent thoughts. Break off now your troublesome cares, and think less of your laborious occupations. Make a little time for God,…
On Not Losing Heart When We’re Running On Empty
And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. Luke 18:1 . . . If nothing else, just pray with the song given at the end of this post .…
Are you a bell waiting to be rung?
If you are someone who would like to know more about Christianity, then I highly recommend Tim Keller’s Encounters With Jesus. The chapter entitled “The First Christian” is worth the price of the book. In reference to Mary Magdalene hearing…
Faith Alone But Not Faith That’s Alone
To become a Christian, you need only believe in Christ and you will be saved (Acts 16:31). Being a Christian is not fundamentally about doing or earning. By all means, if you have questions about how to become a Christian,…