Posts Tagged ‘Evangelism’
Enormous Fruit
For years I have found myself inspired by the enormous fruit that characterized Philip’s life (Acts 8:1–40). His ministry reads like an action thriller: on the run for his life, he fearlessly stops to proclaim the good news of Jesus in Samaria; the enemy is defeated at every turn; the lame walk, and the city…
Read MoreAre Natural Disasters God’s Megaphone?
On August 25, 2017, Hurricane Harvey struck Houston, Texas in what the Washington Post called an unprecedented “1,000-year flood event”, dropping more than 50 inches of rain within a few days.[1][2] Only two weeks later, Hurricane Irma delivered “significant devastation” to the U.S. Virgin Islands and pummeled the entire state of Florida.[3] Boasting wind speeds of…
Read MoreGood News
When we think of God judging a nation or the entire world, we often feel troubled in our spirits. And in part, this response is good and right. The Scriptures teach that we should tremble at His Word and at what may come upon any wayward, rebellious nation (Isa. 66:1-2; Jer. 18:7-10). In America…
Read MoreIs Transgenderism in the Bible?
King Solomon declared nearly 3,000 years ago that there is nothing new under the sun (Ecc. 1:9). Transgenderism is no exception. Even among the gods of ancient civilizations, gender fluidity can be found. Therefore, it should not be surprising to discover that the Bible addresses gender dysphoria. This rise in sexual confusion is concerning because…
Read MoreBathrooms: The Frontline in the Culture War
Recently, politicians have endeavored to fix the problem by defining an individual’s sex apart from their biology, choosing instead to focus entirely upon the individual’s personal feelings. CBS New York reports: New York City has enacted a regulation that ensures people visiting city facilities can use restrooms or locker rooms aligned with their gender identity. Mayor Bill…
Read MoreAre Christians Ready to Minister to Transgenders?
Recent news, media, and legislative events have made it evident that there is an entire community of people who know that something isn’t right and are desperately seeking a solution. Unfortunately, they are focused upon transforming their bodies when they should be focused on transforming their spirits. However, the natural guide in this process is…
Read MoreDoes Jesus Save Homosexuals?
“I’m gay, and Jesus loves me, so what’s wrong with that?” is a common challenge presented by practicing homosexuals who claim the title “Christian.” At the core of this challenge is the belief that Jesus’ love is all we need. … Certainly, Jesus loves us, but Scripture teaches that this is not sufficient to secure our salvation….
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