Lynn 
Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, unless someone is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.”John 3:3 Jesus first speaks of being born again when He talks to Nicodemus. Nicodemus had many questions, which makes sense. For example, he asked if you have to return to your mother’s womb and be born a … Read more
The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law.1 Corinthians 15:56 When you, by faith, believe that Jesus is the only way you can have eternal life, God justifies you; He declares you righteous. Some use the phrase, “Just as if I never sinned.” You become a new creation, and … Read more
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old is gone, behold, the new has come.2 Corinthians 5:17 To be in Christ is a term Paul often uses in his letters. Christians also use it, but do we really know what it means? It can be a somewhat tricky concept to … Read more
And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free.John 8:32 What is the penalty for sin? It’s death. And we know that everyone dies. So, how in the world can anyone be free from its penalty? First, it’s important to note that the kind of death Scripture talks about here is … Read more
For am I now trying to persuade people, or God? Or am I striving to please people?If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.Galatians 1:10 Paul was shocked that the Galatians had so quickly deserted God and turned to another gospel, which was no gospel at all, … Read more
While we wait for the blessed hope–the gloriousappearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.Titus 2:13 The night before Jesus was crucified, He told His disciples He was going to prepare a place for them, and He would come back and get them when everything was ready. Then they would be with Him always … Read more
…and upon this rock I will build My churchMatthew 16:18 When Jesus asked His disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” they told Him that some said He was John the Baptist, and others thought He was Elijah. Still, others said Jeremiah or one of the prophets. And when He asked, … Read more
For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.Philippians 1:6 Most believers think of salvation as what happens when they put their faith in Jesus. And with good reason. For as long as I can remember, the church … Read more
He who has the Son has life; He who does not have the Son of God does not have life.1 John 5:12 Will everyone go to heaven? Many people think so. Some believe they will go to heaven because they think they are good enough. They compare themselves with the worst sinners instead of the … Read more
Pray without ceasing.1 Thessalonians 5:17 Have you heard the verse that tells you to pray without ceasing? I mean, how can anybody do that? You have to sleep, eat, and work or go to school. You need downtime to relax. No one can pray all the time. So, what does it mean to pray without … Read more