How do I become a Christian?
You may have had many questions about this important matter, spoken to many people and received a lot of different answers. But once you have weighed all the evidence, and…
Wisdom, the Bosom Friend of Knowledge
Wisdom and knowledge are not the same, but when they work together they become a powerful pair. Knowledge is mental while wisdom is spiritual. Knowledge is acquired but wisdom is…
Why do Christians suffer?
As a pastor and minister I have to answer this question many times. What about faith? Doesn't God look out for His children? How can a loving God allow His…
Making a Success of Life – Part 1
“Success” in life can be described in countless different ways, since it is usually based on an individual’s personal criteria – their aspirations, their values, their cultural heritage, and so…
Grace and Mercy
Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. (Hebrews 4:16) Jesus, in His High…
Recognize the time we live in, and know what to do
The Bible tells us what will happen, and the news tells us when it happens. We live in a time of which the Bible has more to say than any…
Receive the Holy Spirit! (4)
Ask, Thirst, Desire Jesus, in John 7:37, makes an invitation to anyone who is thirsty, to come to Him and drink. He was speaking about the Holy Spirit Who would…
Receive the Holy Spirit! (3)
There is more... When Paul arrived at Ephesus on one of his journeys, he found some disciples there–-followers of Jesus. Now, the fact that you are a disciple of Jesus…
Receive the Holy Spirit! (2)
From a Fountain to Rivers of Living Water Jesus answered, "Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom…
Receive the Holy Spirit! (1)
The Breath of Life, and a Rushing Mighty Wind And when He had said this, He breathed on them, and said to them, "Receive the Holy Spirit. (John 20:22) The…