The Gospel of Luke: Encountering Jesus This Easter
One of the things I love about the Gospel of Luke is how he presents Jesus in such a personal way. He includes a number of details and stories not found in the other Gospels that give us a glimpse of how Jesus personally sought after those around Him. As the only one to recount…
Believe That I Am
The Gospel is the Holy Spirit’s presentation of the person and work of Jesus Christ to humanity. The advent of Christ ushered in the long-awaited Promised One. Although Israel had cried out for many years for the Messiah, they did not recognize His arrival. One of the most sobering passages in all of Scripture is…
How Does God Give Your Life Value?
Ed. Note: this article is excerpted and slightly modified from our series, “Does God Exist?” Dr. John Ankerberg: You say that if God does not exist, then life has no ultimate value. Explain. Dr. William Lane Craig: By value I mean good and evil, right and wrong. And the claim here is that if there…
The Fruit of the Spirit – Goodness
“But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control” (Galatians 5:22-23). In the Bible Knowledge Commentary, Donald Campbell suggests “Goodness may be thought of both as an uprightness of soul and as an action reaching out to others to do good even when it is not deserved”…
The Fruit of the Spirit – Kindness
Kindness is a virtue that we often associate with good deeds and positive actions. It’s a simple act of treating others with respect, empathy, and compassion. But kindness is much more than just a moral principle. It is a spiritual fruit that can transform our lives and the world around us. The fruit of the…
How Does God Give Purpose to Your Life?
Are you searching for your purpose in life? Do you feel lost or unsure about what direction to take? Finding one’s purpose can be a challenging and complex process, but many believe that God plays a vital role in guiding us towards fulfilling our potential. Whether through religious teachings, personal experiences, or spiritual reflection, many…
The Fruit of the Spirit – Patience
Patience is a virtue that many of us struggle to cultivate in our fast-paced and demanding world. We live in an era of instant gratification, where everything from food to entertainment is available at the touch of a button. As a result, we often find ourselves becoming impatient, easily frustrated, and even angry when things…
What if God Did Not Exist?
The question “what if God did not exist” has been a topic of philosophical and theological discussions for centuries. It is a question that forces us to contemplate the very essence of our existence and the nature of the universe we inhabit. While some may argue that God’s existence is a fundamental truth, others may…
Is That an Error in the Bible? – Part 3
We conclude our look at mistakes critics make when they look at the Bible. Here’s part 3 of: Is that an error in the Bible? Another mistake: Neglecting to notice that the Bible uses different literary devices. For example, the Bible being a human book speaks in poetry: the book of Job, Psalms are written…