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The Sovereignty of God Almighty

The Bible declares “God works all things according to the counsel of His will” (Ephesians 1:11). This means God Almighty has the supreme authority and absolute power over the universe which He created. No one else has that authority. Recently there was a threat or feeling that Russia would most likely invade the country of Ukraine. Although there were ongoing denials and assurances by Russia that it had no intent in doing so, even in the midst of a massive build up of Russian forces and equipment along its border with Ukraine. Many of us were earnestly praying that God would not […]

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“But by the Grace of God”

“But by the grace of God I am what I am.” (1 Corinthians 15:10). The Apostle Paul made this statement and he certainly knew exactly what he was talking about. Paul said of himself “For I am the least of the apostles, unworthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God.” (1 Corinthians 15:9). Realizing his unworthiness because of what he had done, he declared: “But by the grace of God I am what I am.” On another occasion he said, “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.” (1 Timothy 1:15). Paul was being very […]

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Why Salvation?

In a biblical sense, salvation means deliverance from the control of sin and its consequences in a person’s life. Salvation is a result of accepting Jesus Christ as one’s personal Lord and Savior. Salvation is by God’s grace alone, through faith alone, and in Christ alone.  The Scripture teaches “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast” (Ephesians 2:8,9). “Salvation is the great inclusive word of the Gospel, gathering into itself all the redemptive acts and processes: as justification, redemption, […]

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Redeemed by Jesus Christ

The word redemption has a profound meaning in the Christian community. It means “to buy back,” or to deliver by paying a price.”  The apostle Paul makes it known: “I am of the flesh, sold under sin” (Romans 7:14). Here, man is viewed as a slave and under the sentence of death. The Scripture says. “For the wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23). And also, “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). Being “sold under sin” required a redeemer “to buy back the slave” and prevent further sale.  The Lord Jesus Christ is the Redeemer whose redemptive work on the Cross, has removed […]

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“Drawing Near”

The Christian life is the life of faith. We put our personal trust in Jesus Christ and His redemptive work on the Cross for our sins; thereby committing our lives to Him who loved us and gave Himself for us. The Scripture says, “Without faith it is impossible to please him [God], for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him” (Hebrews 11:6). Faith is the principal thing. We draw near to God through prayer and worship. Therefore we have this divine invitation: “Let us draw near with a true heart in full […]

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“Give God the Glory”

Glory means honor, worship, praise, adoration, and thanksgiving to God. The word glory is used very often in the Scriptures. The apostle Paul exhorts Christians “Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). And this is absolutely true because God, and He alone, is deserving or worthy of our worship, thanksgiving and adoration. Our faith in God results in glory to God. God must be given a place of honor and exaltation in our hearts and lives. Christians are to love the Lord with our heart, soul, and mind. And one of the great reasons is that […]

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The importance of integrity

The word “integrity” means the quality of being honest, upright, and having strong moral principles and values. It has been said “you either have integrity or you don’t.” Integrity has much to do with the quality of a person’s character. A person with integrity is trustworthy and accountable. King David said, “May integrity and uprightness preserve me” (Psalm 25:21). And this should be mankind’s objective. The Bible says, “God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them” (Genesis 1:27). However, God did not create man as a perfect human being. The only […]

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Blessed are the Meek

In His sermon on the Mount (the Beatitudes,) the Lord Jesus Christ said, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5).  Who are the meek? The meek are those who are blessed, filled with humility and happy under all circumstances. Being humble and gentle towards others. Having power under control. Jesus was meek. He said. “Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am meek and lowly in heart, and you shall find rest for your souls“ (Matthew 11:29).  Moses was also meek. Numbers 12:3 says, “Now the man Moses was very meek, more than all people who […]

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Equipped For Godly Living

When we trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as our personal Savior, we were not left to go our way and live the Christian life on our own. God has a plan for your life and my life.  At the point of conversion, the believer’s body becomes a temple of God’s Holy Spirit. The Bible says, “Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God. You are not your own, for you were bought with a price, so glory God in your body” (1 Corinthians 6:19,20). The Christian is the purchased possession of God. “The […]

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An Invitation from God

God’s compassion and love is reflected in His timely invitation to all mankind. Firstly, God calls on Israel to return, and then to the Gentile nations to have their spiritual needs met.                           “Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters;         and he who has no money, come, buy and eat!  Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.         Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread,  and your labor for that which does not satisfy?         Listen […]