We should all perennially ask the question, Has the death of Jesus Christ made a real difference to me? Is my life really transformed? When I observe the feast of Unleavened Bread, year after year, does it have an impact on my life? These are questions Paul required the Corinthians to ask themselves as they … Read more
Throughout history, comebacks have been celebrated as incredible feats of resilience, determination and fortitude. Comeback stories connect with our own struggles and inspire us to rise to overcome and keep fighting. Still, successful comebacks are rare. In the sports world, even elite athletes have difficulty returning to their greatness after a prolonged pause. Competition is … Read more
Recently, I had the opportunity to travel to Times Square in New York City where I was able to see the famous “ball of Times Square.” It was there, lit up, and ready for the widely known celebration on New Year’s Eve. One million are expected to travel to Times Square to welcome the New … Read more
Jesus Christ, the living Word of God, is a perfect replica of what God’s law teaches. Pointing us to His character and work is the “aim” of the law. In Romans 10:4, Paul’s words are translated: “For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.” Regrettably, most translators render the … Read more
People have a number of ideas about angels that do not accurately reflect what we see revealed in Scripture. For instance, there is no mention of wings in most appearances of angels in Scripture, while they do occur in some visions—though not with just two. There are other common misconceptions too. Halos of light A … Read more