When God Doesn’t Make Sense

  •   Sep 25, 2022   •     •   Habakkuk

The book of Habakkuk opens with the prophet lamenting the pervasive lawlessness and wickedness among his people, and he calls out to God to enact justice in the land of … Continue reading

Can Authority Be Trusted?

  •   Sep 18, 2022   •     •   Acts 25:1–12

Once again, Paul is on trial. This time, he stands before the Roman governor, Festus. Though Festus remains convinced Paul is innocent, he resolves to send Paul to Jerusalem for … Continue reading

What is a Clear Conscience?

  •   Sep 11, 2022   •     •   Acts 24:1–27

Paul cheerfully defended his innocence while standing before governor Felix in Caesarea. The Jewish leaders of Jerusalem accused Paul of insurrection and, even more significantly, of preaching against Judaism. Paul … Continue reading

Is Christianity a Threat?

  •   Sep 04, 2022   •     •   Acts 23:12–35

Read through these chapters of Acts carefully, and you’ll notice a pattern: Paul is questioned, attacked, and saved only to be questioned, attacked, and saved. Look closely, and you’ll notice … Continue reading

When Idols Fail

  •   Aug 28, 2022   •     •   Psalm 115

Psalm 115 challenges us to recognize idols’ powerful effects on those who embrace them. It’s a call to turn away from idols and trust the Lord alone. God’s glory is … Continue reading

Grace and Good Works

  •   Aug 21, 2022   •     •   Titus 2:11–14

The Bible teaches that God saves Christians by grace, and upon salvation, they enroll in a school of grace where they train in godliness. Christ gave himself for us to … Continue reading

Is the Gospel for Israel?

  •   Aug 14, 2022   •     •   Acts 22:30–23:11

Standing before Judah’s leaders, Paul got to the core of his message—the hope and resurrection of the dead. Facts revealed to us in Scripture are the historical foundation for Christianity: … Continue reading

When Do Words Not Work?

  •   Aug 07, 2022   •     •   Acts 21:37–22:29

Paul is under arrest in Jerusalem. The citizens view him as a traitor because they believe the gospel undermines the law, the temple, and the sacrifices. The Roman officials don’t … Continue reading

Sound Doctrine and Life

  •   Jul 31, 2022   •     •   Titus 2:1–10

In Titus 2, Paul instructs Titus to teach the Cretans to pursue godly living according to sound doctrine. He exhorts various groups of people: older men and women, younger men … Continue reading

Life with Integrity

  •   Jul 24, 2022   •     •   Psalm 101

Sometimes called The Prince’s Psalm, David wrote about the kind of leadership he wanted to exercise as king over Israel. Throughout history, Christians have found these eight verses instructive for … Continue reading