Can those who commit to practical obedience to Christ’s commandments expect to receive a blessing from God in this life? If so, is this blessing a guarantee? What about those who experience suffering and/or are persecuted for their faithfulness?
Can those who commit to practical obedience to Christ’s commandments expect to receive a blessing from God in this life? If so, is this blessing a guarantee? What about those who experience suffering and/or are persecuted for their faithfulness?
Pastor Joel recently came under fire for some comments he made about slavery in American history. Some people made it seem like Pastor Joel actually defends the history of slavery in America because Americans “bought” slaves, instead of “kidnapping” them. So what does Pastor Joel actually think about this particular issue?
What degree of authority should the members of a congregation have in their local church? Should pastors/elders have authority over everything, or should the congregation bear some measure of authority? If so, what specific things should the members of a congregation have authority over?
Several pastors have deliberately chosen to defy government regulations for their church gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic. This decision has incurred various penalties from the state, including even imprisonment for Pastor James Coates. Is this a legitimate example of persecution? Or is this merely the consequence for unjustified rebellion?
Thousands of American citizens are currently stranded in Afghanistan, as well as tens of thousands of American allies. Who is to blame for this massive failure? Is it Joe Biden’s fault from pulling out so quickly? Is it Donald Trump’s fault, due to his previous deal with the Taliban? Is it the men of Afghanistan’s fault because of their unwillingness …
Satan knows that we will not be secure in the love of God if we are constantly doubting our standing before God. Therefore, one of his constant aims is to accuse us before God in an attempt to drive a wedge between us and the Father (Revelation 12:10). In addition to Satan’s ministry of accusation, at times even our own …