This is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith. (1 John 5:4) Faith is the key to receiving anything from God. Receiving salvation is dependent on our believing for it. And everything God has given by grace is received through faith. So what is it? The Bible defines faith for us. Hebrews 11:1 …
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Making God first
Many people love God and even say God is the most important thing in their life. Unfortunately, some of these very people don’t read the Bible, attend church, or involve Him in their everyday lives. I’m not preaching condemnation, so please don’t get mad if you’re one of these people. I used to be, and …
What does it mean to be saved?
Salvation–you needed it and God took care of it. Salvation or redemption is God’s plan to rescue (save) us, and reconcile us back into right relationship with Him and to do this he sent Jesus Nothing you did personally caused this, and more importantly, nothing you can do will fix this dilemma. You have to …
Basics of salvation – part 2
Why do we need salvation? Because of the sin nature we are born with, our spirit is separated from God. John 3:3 Jesus answered and said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” John 3:5-6 Jesus answered, “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, …
Basics of salvation – part 1
I’d like to talk to you about salvation. What is it and why does it matter? Some of you reading this might think that’s pretty basic and you don’t need more teaching. Praise God, you obviously have some background into your decision to make Jesus your Lord and Savior. Let’s be sure, as the apostle …
The sower sows The Word
Grace is God’s provision for man’s every need; spirit, soul, and body. Romans 8:32 says, “He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things?” Grace = Jesus (God’s provision for man’s every need; spirit, soul, and body) …