"No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day.” (John 6:44). This verse has long been misused by proponents of deterministic theology to argue for a selective salvation—yet when we follow proper...
Marriage began in the garden. It was not man’s idea—it was God's. In Genesis 2:18, the LORD said, “It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him.” The word “helper” here in Hebrew is “ezer”, meaning one who supports, assists,...
In Scripture, sin is not just a moral mistake or a bad habit—it is lawlessness. 1 John 3:4 defines it plainly: “Whoever commits sin also commits lawlessness, and sin is lawlessness.” The Greek word for sin is "hamartia" (ἁμαρτία) which literally means “to miss the...
Circumcision was first commanded by God to Abraham in Genesis 17:9–14. God established a covenant with Abraham and his descendants, saying, "This is My covenant which you shall keep, between Me and you and your descendants after you: Every male child among you...
God's faithfulness to His people is woven from Genesis to Revelation. From the very beginning, His covenant with His people included the promise of His presence. In Deuteronomy 31:6, Moses tells Israel, “Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of...
The term “blasphemy of the Holy Spirit” comes directly from the words of Jesus. In Matthew 12:31-32, He says, “Therefore I say to you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven men. Anyone who speaks a...
The Greek word apologia (ἀπολογία) means a reasoned defense, a formal justification, or an answer for one’s beliefs or actions. It doesn’t imply being defensive or argumentative—it speaks of standing firm with clarity and conviction. The word is used repeatedly in...
In a world full of confusion, weakness, and weariness, God did not leave us to navigate life alone. He gave us the Holy Spirit—our constant Helper, Comforter, and Guide—to walk with us in truth, strengthen us in struggle, and fill us with enduring joy. Jesus...
The Pentateuch, from the Greek pente (five) and teuchos (scroll or book), refers to the first five books of the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. In Hebrew, this portion is called the Torah, meaning “law” or “instruction.” These books...
To wait on the Lord is not passive idleness or spiritual laziness—it is an active, expectant, faith-filled posture of the heart. It is trusting fully in the timing, power, and purpose of God without rushing ahead in the strength of the flesh. Waiting involves...
