"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 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...]

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...]

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...]

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? 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...]

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...]

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...]

A diamond is one of the most expensive gifts you can receive. However, its value pales in comparison to the gift of eternal life. As human beings in our natural condition, our identification is with Adam. All of us, male and female, are identified with Adam. He is our original parent and because he sinned, his legacy to the human race is sin and death. Notice Romans 5:12 … [Read more...]

There are many paths to hell but only one way to Heaven. Why is it important to rightly divide the word? Because there is nothing more important then hearing what God has to say to YOU. It is critical that we follow the plan of salvation God has prepared for us. If we approach God in any other way it is like waving a fist in his face and telling Him,  I set the rules and you … [Read more...]