The Prostitute and the Pharisee
To ignore one's sin is to ignore the most basic problem in life. To ignore Jesus Christ is to ignore the only means of forgiveness of sin. Spiritual peace and rest come only through faith in Him.
Imprisoned in the Dungeon of Doubt
Difficult circumstances and unfulfilled expectations can cause us to doubt God’s plan and purpose. They should also drive us to God’s Word, which answers our doubts with His promises.
Death Interrupted
Jesus' miraculous works were designed to reveal who He is, but they were also acts of divine compassion. He sympathizes with our grief and suffering, and that is the standard He sets for us as we deal with hurting people and offer them the gospel of Christ.
To Judge or Not to Judge?
A life built on Jesus Christ will have a profound impact on our thoughts, motives, attitudes, and actions. The conclusion of the Sermon on the Mount reveals various areas in our lives where Christ’s transforming work should be evident.
When Your Heart Lives at the Bank
Possessions have the potential to take possession of us! Jesus does not condemn wealth and possessions, but He offers strong warnings against making any material things the priority in our lives.
"Lord, Teach us How to Pray"
Only when we understand and acknowledge God's character and priorities can we properly pray for our own needs. The Lord's model for us gives the right perspective and balance for our prayers.
Religious Clowns and Circus Performances
When our relationship with God becomes a matter of performance and pride, it is time to reexamine that relationship. Our focus and desire should always be on pleasing God, not impressing people.
Raising the Bar on Marriage and Divorce
Righteous living is not a legal matter but a heart matter. It is concerned not only with doing what is legal but also with doing what is most honoring to God in all our relationships and activities.
The Perfect Time for Salt and Light
Righteousness means not just right actions but proper thoughts and attitudes as well. Consequently, the perfect righteousness required to enter God's kingdom is unattainable by our own efforts. It is ours only by God’s grace through Jesus Christ.
From Harassment to Happiness
When Christ's followers live godly lives, they are assured of two things: God's reward and the world's hatred. They also experience a clear conscience and true happiness.