Romans 9-15 Commentary
I speak the truth in Christ – I am not lying, my conscience confirms it in the Holy Spirit…
Predestination and Free Will are Partners
The Bible contains many apparent conflicts and some of these were discussed in the July, September, and October Wake Up Reports. This month we will consider another textual conflict. This conflict can be resolved so that all Bible passages are harmonious, but the resolution does not come easy. I would like to begin this article by…
Chapter 3 – The Author and Finisher of Salvation
“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” – Hebrews 12:2 KJV Jesus is called the author of the Christian faith because He has demonstrated…
Chapter 4 – Salvation through Justification
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. – Romans 5:1,2 The Way to Eternal Life Is Through…
Chapter 5 – Salvation and Predestination
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” “Ah, Sovereign Lord,” I said, “I do not know how to speak; I am only a child.” – Jeremiah 1:5,6 Omnipotence and Our Power of Choice Members of…
Church Membership is Not Required for Salvation
I have been asked many times if church membership is required for salvation. The answer is “no.” The eternal destiny of each person is determined by his or her response to the prompting of the Holy Spirit. Those obeying the Holy Spirit are living by faith. Those refusing to obey His voice are living in…