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Being Chosen
Dear Wake Up Family: My grandparents adopted me in 1963. Back then, parents did that when their daughters were underage and unwed. I always called them mom and dad; I never knew them as anything else…until I was seven. One evening, about 10 days before starting first grade, mom had me come and lay beside…
Once Saved – Always Saved?
Some Christians believe that once a person is saved, he cannot be lost. How do people get the idea of eternal security? Does the Bible teach that once you have given your life to Christ and professed that Jesus is Lord, you are saved and can never backslide. Read the answers to these and other…
What Will the Kingdom of Heaven be Like?
“From that time on Jesus began to preach, ‘Repent [change your attitudes and ways], for the kingdom of heaven is near.’” – Matthew 4:17(insertion mine) For many people, Heaven refers to an ideal place or a state of perfection. Of course, different people have different views on what constitutes perfection and this explains why there…
What Changed at the Cross
Ever since Jesus died and was resurrected, believers have discussed the question, “What was nailed to the cross?” The simplicity of this question belies the enormity of this subject. This question profoundly concerns Christians because the way they answer it influences their Christian walk. Therefore, this subject deserves prayerful study and investigation. While the question…
The Book of Galatians (Part 3)
First article in series… Galatians Conclusion Paul continues his messages to the Jews and Gentiles in Galatia. My commentary is included within the brackets []. Galatians 4:13–16 “[I have been told that some in the church have had a change of heart towards me. I am no longer welcome in Galatia.] As you know, it…
Fishing for Souls Part 1
Ancient Proverb — “As fish are caught in a cruel net, or birds are taken in a snare, so men are trapped by evil times that fall unexpectedly upon them.” — -Ecclesiastes 9:12 Fishing for Souls All living creatures experience hunger. This fact is important to fishermen because they know that fish can be caught…