God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee,to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel Gabriel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Luke 1:26-28 You have found favor with God. You will […]

And I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God. The Holy City, shone with the glory of God. Its brilliance was like that of a very precious jewel, like a jasper, clear as crystal. The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city, they

This is one of the most debated theological questions in Christianity. The tension between God’s sovereignty in “election” and mankind’s “free choice” is a paradox. The Bible clearly teaches both concepts, which is why the debate exists. Here a a few passages that emphasize Predestination, Election, and God’s Sovereignty: Ephesians 1:4-5: “He chose us in him before

There are so many things happening in our world today that can cause us concern and worry. Everything is changing and it’s impossible to feel safe and to find peace.  But when we put our trust in Jesus, we are never alone. And He gives us the assurance that strengthens us.  Peace I leave with

The word “rapture” is derived from a Greek word that means “to be caught up.” It describes a future event that is mentioned by the Apostle Paul. –“For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God.

 Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. As he began the settlement, a man who owed him ten thousand bags of gold was brought to him. Since he was not able to pay, the master ordered that he and his wife and his children and all that he had be sold to

Jesus said, “There was a certain rich man who was splendidly clothed in purple and fine linen and who lived each day in luxury. At his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus who was covered with sores.  As Lazarus lay there longing for scraps from the rich man’s table, the dogs would come and lick his open

“Spend all you have for loveliness, buy it and never count the cost; And for a breath of ecstasy, give all you have been, or could be.” – (‘Barter’ by Sara Teasdale) Jesus told his disciples, “I assure you that everyone who has given up all that they have for my sake will receive in return

Let us always pray; for It is God’s desire for His people to draw near to Him and make their requests known. John 4:8 “In every situation, pray with thanksgiving, and present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus.” Philippians

Forgiving others can be difficult. Even the Apostles, when commanded to do so, replied, “Then, Lord, give us more faith.” Luke 17:5-7 “For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” Matthew 6:14-15 Forgiveness