The Most Profound Proclamation

The Most Profound Proclamation

Luke 2:14, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will towards men.” The entrance of Emmanuel into our world was first announced by an angel to some humble shepherds. “I bring you,” said the heavenly herald, “good tidings of great joy, which shall be...
Wisdom for Salvation

Wisdom for Salvation

“… and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” (2 Timothy 3:15)  In this passage Paul commends Timothy for the fact that even from the time he was a child he...
Doing Good

Doing Good

“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” (Hebrews 13:16)  There is no such reality as an isolated, selfish Christianity. God’s children are redeemed for purposes beyond just saving them hell. Once we are...
The Mission of the Church

The Mission of the Church

“… so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.” (Ephesians 3:10)  The most significant institution in the world is the church (also known as the universal body of Christ) which God...