1Pe 4:17-18 For it is time for judgment to begin at the household of God; and if it begins with us, what will be the outcome for those who do not obey the gospel of God? (18) And “If the...
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Consider the Cost of Following Christ
The following is taken from J.C. Ryle's book Holiness, in the chapter entitled The Cost - But it does cost something to be a real Christian, according to the standard of the Bible. There are enemies to be overcome, battles to be...
Continue ReadingConsider the Cost of Following ChristAn Appearance of Godliness (Part 7) – The Real Thing
As we look at case after case of evil people disguised with an appearance of godliness, I wanted to insert this refreshing case of the real thing. True godliness. It is found in the book of Ruth and there, in...
Continue ReadingAn Appearance of Godliness (Part 7) – The Real ThingBetrayal by Friends and Family is Nothing New
Jeremiah 12:6 ESV For even your brothers and the house of your father, even they have dealt treacherously with you; they are in full cry after you; do not believe them, though they speak friendly words to you.” We know...
Continue ReadingBetrayal by Friends and Family is Nothing NewHow the Leading of the Holy Spirit Directs EVERY Christian — And Why You Need to Know it
I never really felt that what they were telling me was right. But who am I? They quoted their verses and told me what they meant. I really did want to follow and obey Christ. I am not a rebel....
Continue ReadingHow the Leading of the Holy Spirit Directs EVERY Christian — And Why You Need to Know itThe “Christian” Abuser: Couldn’t He be a “Carnal” Christian? (Part 1)
But I, brothers, could not address you as spiritual people, but as people of the flesh, as infants in Christ. I fed you with milk, not solid food, for you were not ready for it. And even now you are...
Continue ReadingThe “Christian” Abuser: Couldn’t He be a “Carnal” Christian? (Part 1)