Believers can draw courage from the fact that through the ordeal on the cross — Christ Conquers death. The act of Christ rising from the dead dealt defeat to death. He atoned for our sins while taking away the power sin held on our eternal existence. Instead of death we have been redeemed. —1 Corinthians 15:55–57 NKJV “O Death, where is your sting? O Hades, where is your … [Read more...]
Salvation is the greatest gift of all. Here is a collection of articles to help your learn more about God's Good News for you. For by grace you have been saved through faith ...
Mercy to All! Salvation by Disobedience
God is offering mercy to all; both Jew and Gentile. Where before we only had access to God through Israel, we have now gained access to God directly. —Romans 11:32 NKJV “For God has committed them all to disobedience, that He might have mercy on all.” This is another one of those wonderful treasures that was kept hidden until it was revealed directly to the Apostle Paul by … [Read more...]
The Conversion of the Philippian Jailor
"And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. " And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one's bands were loosed. " And the keeper of the prison awaking out of his sleep, and seeing the prison doors open, he drew his … [Read more...]
God’s Desire: All Men to be Saved
God's desire is for all men to be saved. Christ died on the cross out of God's desire to have fellowship with the whole world. God did not will that any man should perish but all men should have everlasting life. John 3:16 -17 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. "For God did … [Read more...]
My Greatest Adventure: Made Alive in Christ
Imagine being brought back from the dead and made alive in Christ — What a great adventure that would be. In the path of life you will meet many people who have hardened their heart to God. You try to reach out to them but to no avail. It can be a difficult situation especially when it involves loved ones. As a believer you may fear how you will die but not death itself. This … [Read more...]
Salvation and How to Keep it.
There are two common questions regarding salvation. How do I becomes saved and can I lose my salvation? Many Christians and non-Christians understand the concept that Jesus Christ provided salvation to man by his death on the cross. However, it is common for people to believe they must contribute something to the effort. The Heart of God Once saved many people believe that … [Read more...]
When Christians Die
by J.C. O'Hair Quite recently I was called to the hospital where a Christian friend was dying. Although in real mental distress and physical agony he helped to plan for his funeral services. He mentioned the real gospel hymns he wanted his selected singer to sing. He wanted no eulogies of him in the sermon, but he wanted the Lord Jesus Christ to be exalted in the message and … [Read more...]
Is Water Baptism Required for Salvation?
Is Water Baptism Required for Salvation? There are few words in the Christian vocabulary that can cause more difference of opinion and friction among believers than the word baptism. Many people will go out of there way to avoid this topic. Better to avoid it then cause dissention they think. To some this is a ticking time bomb best left alone, while others rattle their sabers … [Read more...]
Bad News, Good News. God’s Plan of Salvation.
Have you heard the good news about God's plan of salvation? In life you will make many important decisions—What school to attend, buying a car, buying a house, whether to get married or not, career choices and more. But the most important decision you can make is about your eternal destination. Not only will this determine where you will spend eternity, but also it will affect … [Read more...]
Does God Send People to Hell?
Is God cruel? Does God Send People to Hell? The world loves to believe they are innocent and are being unfairly punished by God. Genesis 3:3 "but of the fruit of the tree which is in the midst of the garden, God has said, 'You shall not eat it, nor shall you touch it, lest you die.' Rom 5:12 Therefore, just as through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and … [Read more...]