The Challenge of Balance
Some people are best described as being “so heavenly minded they are of no earthly good”; others can be said to be “so earthly minded they are of no heavenly good”. Send article as PDF
Author: jchowning
Why on Earth be Godly?
Not only does Jesus pinpoint the distinct characteristics of how the godly conduct themselves—they love their enemies; they bless those who curse them; they do good to those who hate them; they pray for those who despitefully use them (Matthew 5:44)—He also gives…
What on Earth Does Godliness Look Like?
The grace of God that brings salvation instructs its recipients to live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age (Titus 2:11-12). Send article as PDF
Who is my Neighbor?
Because of the Pharisees’ subtle insertion of the word “only” into Leviticus 19:18, they ultimately taught that you should love your neighbor and hate your enemy (cf. Matthew 5:43). Considering this, it ought to be pretty apparent why white-hot controversies arose among the…
The Real Dangers of Adding “Only”
The Old Testament clearly and repeatedly warns against adding to it contents: “You shall not add to the word which I command you…that you may keep the commandments of the Lord your God which I command you” (Deuteronomy 4:2); “Every word of God is pure; He is a…
God’s War on Evil
Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). His perfect life, atoning death, triumphant resurrection, and continuing priesthood ensures the ultimate, eternal triumph of good over evil. Send article as PDF
Overcoming Evil with Good
God’s expectation for His family is plainly set forth in Romans 12:21—”Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” Send article as PDF
Be Gracious
In Matthew 5:21-48, Jesus explicitly describes the righteousness necessary to go to heaven: be a peacemaker (vv. 21-26); be pure in heart (vv. 27-32); be a person of your word (vv. 33-37); be gracious (vv. 38-48). Send article as PDF
Justice for All (Part Two)
God’s original and enduring intent for every civil government is to protect the innocent and punish evildoers (Romans 13:1-4; 1 Peter 2:14). The principle of lex talionis—an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, a life for a life—is precisely what…
Justice for All (Part One)
God’s original and enduring intent for every civil government is to protect the innocent and punish evildoers (Romans 13:1-4; 1 Peter 2:14). The principle of lex talionis—an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, a life for a life—is precisely what…