The Christian Response to Suffering and Persecution  (Part 1)

Step 1: Self-Examination  If you are indeed suffering for being a follower of Jesus Christ, then how should you handle it? The prerequisite question you must ask yourself is: Am I suffering for Jesus’ sake or my own sake? Many Christians avoid asking themselves this hard question. It requires a deep look in the mirror, deep self-examination.   “If ye be reproached for the name of … Continue reading The Christian Response to Suffering and Persecution  (Part 1)

Guidance for the End Times: A Study of the Book of Acts (Part 4)

Too many professing Christians have a misunderstanding of what the return of Jesus Christ will be like due to movie depictions, fictional books, and unbiblical teachings. When trying to understand biblical concepts, it is important to know what your Bible says about the topic. Personal Bible study time is essential. You should not solely rely on any other person to teach what is in your … Continue reading Guidance for the End Times: A Study of the Book of Acts (Part 4)

Guidance for the End Times: A Study of the Book of Acts (Part 2)

In the first installment, we discussed the maintenance of the gospel message. A Christian is someone who follows the teachings of Jesus Christ and promotes those teachings in word and deed. This means a Christian’s heart should be set on the teachings of Jesus Christ. The central message of Jesus’ teachings was “repent for the kingdom of God is at hand.” This message should fill … Continue reading Guidance for the End Times: A Study of the Book of Acts (Part 2)

Guidance for the End Times: A Study of the Book of Acts (Part 1)

Welcome to our new series. Jesus Christ said, “Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When his branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is nigh: so likewise ye, when ye shall see all these things, know that it is near, even at the doors.” (Matt 24:32-33) He said this in reference to the signs of the end times. This was (and is) a … Continue reading Guidance for the End Times: A Study of the Book of Acts (Part 1)

Are You Really a Christian?

Have you ever searched for the word Christian in the Bible? If you have, then you know that this word only appears three times.   Acts 11:26, Acts 26:28, and I Peter 4:16 are the only verses where the word Christian appears.   In two of these three verses, the noun Christian is shown as a label given by those who did not consider themselves as Christian. … Continue reading Are You Really a Christian?

Watching and Praying Feb 18, 2023

Watching and Praying is an attempt to fulfill the Jesus Christ’s command in Luke 21:36. “Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man.” Religion  Combating Christian nationalism to protect democracy  https://www.news-press.com/story/opinion/2023/02/12/combating-christian-nationalism-to-protect-democracy/69885057007/ Europe is Supported by its Judeo-Christian Roots, Justice Minister Says  ‘It’s time for … Continue reading Watching and Praying Feb 18, 2023

What You Should Be Doing and Why? (Part 1)

The following was written in January 2020: Did you know that the Lord Jesus Christ had more than 12 disciples? It is important to read your Bible and pause to identify pieces of information you may have overlooked. Common depictions of the life and work of Jesus Christ are often misleading or flat out wrong. It’s your duty as a believer to search the scriptures … Continue reading What You Should Be Doing and Why? (Part 1)

Stop Ignoring What Jesus Said: How to Handle Your Enemies

Many fail to recognize all of what Jesus came to do when He was born of a virgin. Jesus had several things to accomplish while He was here on earth. Some readers of the Bible ignore the fact that Jesus came to make the law plain. The evidence for this is found in the book of Isaiah. “The Lord is well pleased for his righteousness’ … Continue reading Stop Ignoring What Jesus Said: How to Handle Your Enemies

The Gospel in the Old Testament

Over the last few months, I have recommitted myself to spreading God’s message as recorded in the Bible. This required me to comb through the pages of the Bible deliberately looking for the verses that expressly show forth the gospel message taught by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This study has taken several months, and it is still ongoing. After feeling sufficiently equipped to … Continue reading The Gospel in the Old Testament