Sabbatical Cynicism
Sabbath (Sabat) means rest. After 400 years of slavery, God rescued the nation of Israel by them leading through the sea on dry land and gave them rest from their labors. They had worked nonstop under the whips of the … Continued
Words are Weapons
Words have the prepotency to inflict damage or healing. They are useful in articulating or defending one’s beliefs and equally helpful when one goes on the offensive in a heartfelt debate. What we say is often treated with a cavalier … Continued
What Constitutes Punishment?
There is considerable tension within the Christian Church regarding the punishment of the wicked in an eternal fire with some claiming the concept is not biblical and a doctrine of the Catholic church. The Seventh Day Adventist Church, officially founded … Continued
Proof of Christ’s Resurrection
The resurrection of Christ is the fulcrum of Christianity. It is the single most important event in our history and demonstrates the power of God in a tangible, meaningful way that has forever changed the world. Without the resurrection, Christianity … Continued
All in for Jesus
Our response to God’s word has impact in heaven. The Bible tells us that when God wanted Jonah to prophesy to the city of Nineveh, he did everything he could to do the opposite. Nineveh was an ungodly city and … Continued
For the Love of God
It is prudent that we learn from Israel. God rescued the Israelites from oppression at the hands of the Egyptians by leading them through the sea on dry land. He gave them real estate flowing with milk and honey, as … Continued
Israel’s Prophetic Presence
Over half of the Bible is dedicated to the “last days,” signifying the importance of this time in human history. In his second letter to Timothy, Paul wrote, “But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. … Continued
Progressive Deterioration
The message that God is love and that he loves us unconditionally is popular with listeners today who identify with the postmodern notion that truth is subjective therefore judgement doesn’t enter into their worldview. Scripture has been brought into question … Continued
A Call to Action
When Jesus called the first disciples to follow him, he called them away from their work as fishermen. He said, “Come, follow me, and I will send you out to fish for people.” Mathew 4:19. He never promised an easy … Continued
Jerusalem O Jerusalem
Jesus said that in the last days, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earthquakes, famines and pestilences in various places, and fearful events and great signs from heaven.” Luke 21:10-11. He also predicted … Continued