If we are truly yielded to God, there is an inexpressible certainty that His plan is perfect, and that obedience to Him doesn’t require us to explain exactly how every detail of His plan will be fulfilled—only that it will!
Read MoreThe multitudes of Noah’s day were arrayed against the principles and precepts of God, placing them in such a shadowy paradigm as to view Noah as a lunatic. Jesus points us back to this time, for this is the condition of the world now, just before His return.
Read MoreOthers who thought the warning to be genuine and worthy of consideration came short of turning fully to Yahweh in true repentance. Though they had a positive impression of Noah’s preaching, they were not willing to renounce their sins.
Read MoreThe ark that Noah built was built according to the Master’s design. It was a masterpiece of construction. It stands as a fitting symbol for what can be accomplished through a man who is fully submitted to God.
Read MoreAs Noah was preaching of the goodness of God and His coming judgement, there were many who convinced themselves that it was contrary to God’s character to punish wickedness. Noah would have been the first to stand against this thought, so prevalent in today’s world. In utter humility, he had counted himself among the wicked.
Read MoreRain had never come upon the earth. To enter the ark would require a spirit of humility and obedience. Everyone was invited. Most openly mocked and scorned the invitation.
Read MoreBefore all else, preparation for the return of Jesus is of the utmost importance. Getting ready, being ready, living in readiness, and helping others to prepare is the task at hand for every servant of the Lord.
Read MoreIt is Christ living in me that enables me to honor His commandments and share His truth with others. This is what character transformation is all about: overcoming selfish desires.
Read MoreRestoration brings transformation that becomes evident as the attitude towards one’s own sin shifts from tolerance to loathing—in direct proportion to growing love for the Savior!
Read MoreThe Lord is clear that He is in no way responsible for evil. Yet, He takes full responsibility for providing a way of escape from the havoc and devastation that Satan wreaks in the human heart.
Read MoreOur faithful God will continue to preserve for Himself a remnant in the last days. He shows us the secret of her beauty: it is unfettered love for the Lord Jesus!
Read MoreThe path to heaven is narrow and precipitous, but it is a path trodden down by the footprints of the Savior.
Read MoreThe omniscience of Almighty God assures that when Jesus returns to gather His elect, it will be clear to the angels who’s who.
Read MoreSelf-deception is a very real and present danger. Our modern culture is all about “self-realization”, but focusing on self is a shortcut toward inner corruption.
Read MoreBecause our fallen human nature has a strong tendency toward procrastination, He permits trying circumstances that have a way of speeding up the development of our characters.
Read MoreIn the Christian life, we are on a journey of encountering challenges to the truths of the written word, a ‘love letter’ that is both a consuming fire, and a double-edged sword.
Read MoreThe number two symbolically represents witness. Jesus, the second member of the “divine Us”, Elohim, is the faithful witness of Revelation 1:5.
Read MoreIf we truly believed that the blessings He has for us are far superior than anything we are even capable of dreaming, we would voluntarily put a stop to all debating over whether it’s “necessary” to obey Him in this matter or that matter.
Read MoreThe heart condition is plain to Him. This is why Jesus spoke prophetically to paint a picture of two people apparently doing the very same thing, but one is lost and the other saved. This side-by-side view highlights the essential necessity of responding in humble obedience and love to the One who loved us first.
Read MoreOnly the LORD has the power to make holy. The seventh day may appear like the other six as “just another day.” It is an act of faith to believe that it is different!
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