The author reflects on distinguishing between urgent and important tasks, emphasizing that true importance lies in spiritual matters and relationships that transcend life and death. He critiques a focus on career success, citing Solomon’s despair, and underscores the significance of practices that maintain a connection to Christ and fulfill God’s purpose for us.
Category: baptism
The Mystical Union, Lord’s Supper and John 6
The Lord’s Supper is not just a symbolic ritual but a means of maintaining the Mystical Union with Christ, crucial for salvation. Jesus’ words in John 6 reveal its significance, and 1 Corinthians 10 emphasizes mutual participation in Christ’s body and blood. This union, initiated at baptism, requires continued support through the Lord’s Supper and other means for its preservation until reaching Heaven.
The Power of Prayer in Salvation: How Long Should We Pray for It?
The topic of prayer and its specific purpose in relation to salvation is discussed in this entry. The Apostle Paul’s experience with prayer for healing is recounted. The concept of the “Sinner’s Prayer” is examined, and the role of prayer in maintaining faith and helping others is emphasized. The complexity of salvation and the importance of persistent prayer are underscored.
Telling the Gospel Clearly
There are many things that you can learn from the Bible, but one piece rises above all others. How we … More
Can We “Surrender” to Jesus?
Lately you may have seen commercials done by Franklin Graham, the son of the late evangelist Billy Graham. I appreciate … More
Why Doesn’t God Stop This?
Right now, there is a long and growing list of what I would like God to stop: the war in … More
And Such Were Some of You
9 Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the … More
Baptism Now Saves You
In 1 Peter 3:18-22 there is an interesting string of thoughts: 18 For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the … More
Why Everyone Needs Jesus
What do you expect and what do you get from your religion or spiritual beliefs? From some you get a … More