The “Hidden Wisdom” of God in 1 Corinthians 2

What does it really mean that God’s wisdom is “hidden”? When Paul talks about this in 1 Corinthians 2, he isn’t describing some esoteric philosophy reserved only for an elite few, but a profound mystery that flips human understanding on its head. For those of us who hold tightly to the message of grace and … Read more

What Does It Mean to Walk in the Spirit?

Few things in the Christian life spark as much curiosity—and sometimes confusion—as the phrase “walk in the Spirit.” Tossed around in sermons, whispered in prayer groups, and found nestled in Paul’s letters, it’s a phrase packed with promise and, if we’re honest, a little mystery. So what does it actually mean to walk in the … Read more

The End of the Law for Righteousness in Christ

There’s a moment in the Christian life when everything shifts—when you suddenly realize that trying to earn God’s favor by ticking off commandments is like chasing the wind. Paul’s declaration that the law has ended for righteousness to everyone who believes in Christ isn’t just theological jargon; it’s revolutionary freedom. This isn’t about dismissing the … Read more

Reconciling Faith and Works in James and Paul

Ever wrestled with the age-old tension between faith and works, especially wrestling with Paul’s letters and James’s epistle? You’re not alone. It’s tempting to see Paul as the champion of faith alone and James as the herald of works-driven righteousness, but that’s a false dichotomy that trips up many. When you dig beneath the surface, … Read more

Why We Don’t Pray for Signs Today

People often want to see a sign from God. It’s almost a desire wired into our spiritual DNA—some visceral need for a cosmic thumbs-up, a miracle, or an unmistakable flash of divine confirmation before we move forward. Yet, if you soak in a grace-centered understanding rooted in rightly dividing the Word of Truth, you quickly … Read more

God’s Eternal Purpose for the Body of Christ

There’s something about the Body of Christ that constantly fascinates me, like an intricate tapestry purposely woven by the Lord over centuries and still unfolding in real time. You don’t have to dig deep to realize that God’s plan for His people reaches far beyond Sunday services or Bible studies. It’s eternal in scope, threaded … Read more

The “No Difference” Doctrine of Romans 10

You ever stumble upon a verse that seems to strip away all the categories and labels we so desperately cling to? Romans 10 is one of those passages. Paul writes that “there is no difference” between Jew and Gentile, that the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on Him. … Read more

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 … Read more

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 … Read more

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: … Read more