What Is the “Fellowship of the Mystery”?
When you read the phrase “Fellowship of the Mystery,” you’re stepping into a phrase Paul used that’s packed with divine intrigue, but often misunderstood—especially when folks don’t rightly divide the Word. It’s like trying to piece together a jigsaw puzzle while staring at the wrong picture on the box. As a grace believer, seeing the
The Significance of Paul’s Conversion
Few moments in the Bible demand our attention quite like Paul’s conversion. It’s not just some ancient, dusty story to pull out on Sundays—it’s a seismic event that recalibrates how we understand grace, law, and God’s wild mercy. Paul didn’t just see the light; his encounter reshaped the entire trajectory of the gospel message. If
Why Miracles in the Bible Are Not for the Church Today
There’s something about miracles that grabs our attention. Who doesn’t want to witness the blind receiving sight or the lame walking again? The Bible is peppered with astonishing accounts of supernatural acts that left people in awe—the parting of the Red Sea, Jesus walking on water, Lazarus rising after four days. But here’s the kicker:
Grace Giving vs. Tithing Under the Law
It’s fascinating how some topics in the Christian walk can feel like a tug-of-war between the old and the new. Giving, for example, sparks all sorts of debates—especially when folks toss around words like “tithe” and “grace giving” as if they were interchangeable or locked in opposition. But let’s slow down and look under the
The Secret Coming of Christ for His Church
Sometimes the idea of Christ’s coming feels wrapped in mystery and speculation, especially when tossed around with imagery of trumpets blaring and skies splitting apart. But what if there’s a secret to the coming of Christ for His church that many miss because they’re reading the wrong script? The whole topic gets tangled up, but
Understanding “Right Division” in 2 Timothy 2:15
It’s fascinating how just a few words in the Bible can hold layers of meaning that affect the very foundation of how we approach Scripture. Take 2 Timothy 2:15, for instance: “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” The phrase “rightly
Why Water Baptism Is Not for the Body of Christ
You’ve probably heard countless sermons, devotionals, and Christian books praising water baptism as some kind of universal gateway into the Christian life. Dip me in, dunk me out, presto—I’m saved or sanctified or set apart! But hang on a second: is that really biblical? Especially when we approach Scripture through the lens of grace and
Christ as the Head of the Body vs. King of Israel
Sometimes it feels like Christians get tangled up trying to figure out Jesus’ role. Was He the King of Israel? Or is He the Head of the Body—the Church? Everyone talks about both, but mixing these up can twist everything we think we understand about God’s plan. When you rightly divide the Word of Truth,
The Role of Faith Alone in the Dispensation of Grace
Faith alone. Just those two words have stirred centuries of debate, countless sermons, and maybe even a few sleepless nights for Bible students. But when you’re looking through the lens of grace—the dispensation Paul so clearly unfolds in his letters—faith becomes more than a theological catchphrase. It’s the lifeline, the sole ticket into something far
What Does “We Are Not Appointed to Wrath” Mean?
Have you ever caught yourself staring at Romans 5:9 and wondering what Paul really meant when he said, “we are not appointed to wrath”? It sounds almost too good to be true. Like, are believers actually exempt from God’s wrath? If you’re a grace believer like me, with a heart that beats for the gospel