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Up until this point, the apostle Peter has been laying out the truths of who we are as believers in Christ. We have been called to set our...

As the exiles are reminded in the opening chapters of Peter’s letter, they are the covenant people of God, born again into a living hope,...

Up to this point in his letter, the apostle Peter has been focusing on the believer’s present identity and future hope. He has reminded...

In these verses, Peter continues to offer encouragement and assurance to the exiled believers who are scattered, marginalized, and...

The opening verses of 1 Peter provide us with a rich theological framework for understanding our identity in Christ. The Apostle Peter,...

John 8:1–11 “Neither do I condemn thee: go, and sin no more.” — John 8:11b, KJV Few moments in Jesus’ ministry so vividly...

The story of the rich young ruler is one of those encounters that makes us uncomfortable, because it exposes the deepest cracks in our...

“And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others.” — Luke 18:9 There...

“Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” — Luke 10:25, KJV Some questions sound spiritual but are actually deadly. This one...

“Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.” — Matthew 5:48 If Jesus was trying to make us feel...

“For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case...

It’s a question that many of us have wondered—sometimes with curiosity, sometimes with comfort: What age will we be in heaven? Will we...

Matthew 24:13 states, “But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.” Many take this verse as a conditional...

Repentance is often misunderstood. Many think of it primarily as turning away from sin, as if the Christian life were mainly about not...

“For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins, but a certain...

In a time when churches often define themselves by style, programs, or leadership personalities, the term confessional Baptist may seem...

The parable of the Good Samaritan is one of the most well-known stories Jesus ever told, and it is often cited as an example of neighborly...

Hebrews 12:14 declares, “Without holiness, no one will see the Lord.” At first glance, this verse might seem like a warning...

One of the most sobering warnings in Scripture is found in Hebrews 6:4-6: “For it is impossible for those who were once enlightened,...

  “Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your...

James 2:17 is often quoted but frequently misunderstood. “Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone.” Many take...

Matthew 7:17-20 is often quoted in Christian circles as a call to self-evaluation: “Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit;...

Matthew 7:21-23 is a passage often misunderstood and misapplied, leading many sincere believers to fear the judgment of God. In this text,...

“Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith” – 2 Corinthians 13:5 This verse is well-known because it is often used as a...

In 2 Peter 1:10, we read the exhortation: “Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if...

The Christian life is one of holiness. As those united to Christ by faith, we are called to be holy as God is holy (1 Pet. 1:16). However,...

In John 14:15, Jesus makes a profound statement: but what did Jesus mean when He said, “If you love me, keep my...

If you’ve ever read through the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes, you might have felt its weight—a sense of futility, even despair....

The hope of hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” at the end of our journey is something that drives many (Matthew...

Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my...

As we’ve been going through a sermon series on Isaiah, we’re seeing the ups and downs of God’s message to His people—messages...

Dear friend, I can truly say, that I bear you upon my heart and in my prayers. I have rejoiced to see the beginning of a good and gracious...

In the rhythm of the church’s liturgy, one element often overlooked is the benediction. Derived from the Latin word benedictio, meaning...

In the flow of worship, the Song of Response follows the sermon, providing a moment for the congregation to respond to God’s Word...

It is not merely a motivational speech or a platform for personal opinions; rather, the sermon is where the gospel message—the good news...

In the order of worship, the Prayer of Illumination is typically found preceding the sermon. This prayer asks God to illuminate the hearts...

In the liturgy, the reading of the sermon text is a vital moment. It allows the congregation to hear God’s Word directly for...

Following the Psalm and Scripture Reading in the liturgy, the Song of Preparation serves as an interlude between the public reading of...

Following the Confession of Faith, the Psalm and Scripture Reading in the liturgy is where the congregation listens to God’s Word. Public...

In the liturgy, the Confession of Faith (often articulated through a creed, confession, or catechism) follows the Song of Thanksgiving,...

In the liturgy, following the Assurance of Pardon, the Song of Thanksgiving marks a joyful response to the grace we have received. This...

Following the Prayer of Confession of Sin, the Assurance of Pardon provides grace and affirmation within the worship service. It reassures...

Following the Reading of the Law, the Prayer of Confession of Sin invites the congregation to respond to the revelation of God’s holiness...

In the rhythm of our worship, the Reading of the Law is the moment where God’s holiness and our sinfulness meet. Positioned early in...

In the flow of our worship, what is the Song of Adoration? This song typically follows the Salutation (God’s greeting), the Prayer of...

Positioned early in the service, often following the Call to Worship and Prayer of Invocation, the Salutation is a moment where God speaks...

As we continue to look at our order of worship, the Prayer of Invocation follows the Call to Worship, serving as our response to...

Every Sunday, you will find that the Call to Worship is the true beginning of our worship service. It is not merely a formality or a signal...

Whether we like to admit it, or not, every church has a liturgy. While many think of liturgy as a simple order of service, correctly...

Within many Christian conversations, baptism is presented as an step of obedience, or a symbolic gesture to declare one’s commitment...