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Month: December 2024

  • God’s Kindness

    The Doctrines of Grace, often summarized as five key truths about salvation, highlight the depth of God’s sovereign love and mercy. These doctrines—Total Depravity, Unconditional Election, Limited Atonement, Irresistible Grace, and Perseverance of the Saints—serve as a lens through which we see God’s kindness vividly displayed in His dealings with…

  • No Risk It, No Biscuit

    David Frampton emphasizes the value of bold faith through the story in Luke 5:18-26, where friends risk everything to bring a paralyzed man to Jesus. While he is physically healed, Jesus prioritizes spiritual restoration, highlighting the importance of seeking God first. True faith requires action and a willingness to make…

  • Melchizedek: A Universal Priesthood Pointing to Christ

    The mysterious figure of Melchizedek, introduced in Genesis 14:18-20 as both “king of Salem” and “priest of God Most High” (El Elyon), provides a thought provoking glimpse into God’s universal plan of redemption. His brief appearance reveals truths that stretch far beyond his time, pointing us to the eternal purposes…

  • Tuning The Harp (6)

    [Reid Ferguson] The Gospel writers remind us that prayer, as Jesus taught, lifts our focus from ourselves to God. In asking “Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven,” we entrust our deepest needs to His infinite wisdom and love. This God-first approach shapes our desires, aligning…

  • Fear, Faith, and Focus: Lessons from the Red Sea

    Caught between the Red Sea and an advancing army, the Israelites panicked. But Moses redirected their focus to God’s power and promise: “The LORD will fight for you while you keep silent” (Exodus 14:14). We need to be always reminded to shift our gaze from life’s trials to Christ. In…

  • Tuning The Harp (5)

    Reid Ferguson reminds us that prayer begins with aligning our hearts to God’s purposes: hallowing His name and longing for His Kingdom. In three powerful steps, we seek His rule within us, through us, and ultimately in Christ’s return. This posture transforms our fears into trust, grounding us in His…

  • Groaning for Glory: The Spirit’s Work in Adoption

    In our study of adoption, Romans 8:23 illuminated a profound truth: groaning is a sign of the Spirit’s work in us. As children of God, we groan under the weight of sin, longing for full redemption and untainted fellowship with our Father. This holy discomfort points us to the treasure…