The most astonishing statement ever made

By Jack Vorster

THE WORLD HAS BEEN OVERCOME

The most astonishing statement ever made was when Jesus said to His disciples, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)

What did He mean by that? It certainly begs an analysis for it has far-reaching consequences. (more…)

Christians or Disciples?

By Sandor Balog

No wonder that some present-day Christians sincerely striving to be followers of Jesus have become fed up with being made to feel guilty by non-Christians and anti-Christians alike for all the sins that have been committed in the name of Christianity over nearly two millennia. The best way for them to avoid being permanently accused of what they have never committed is to clearly distance themselves from what has stuck to Christianity over the past nearly two thousand years. They could simply abandon using the notions Christian and Christianity and identify themselves otherwise. I recommend using the term “Disciple”. If, for clarity, they, in certain instances, wish to differentiate themselves from Jesus’ first century disciples, they could call themselves “modern-day disciples”. (more…)

What is the Role of a Modern Christian?

By Joseph Blaikie

Before departing from earth following his resurrection, Jesus made clear the mission of the first Christians in Matthew 28 verses 19 and 20:

“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you.” (more…)

Noahic Covenant

Noahic Covenant
By Paul George

The covenants God has entered into with man play a vital role in the interpretation of Scripture and history. The Noahic Covenant is important for a number of reasons. The Noahic Covenant, in addition to the fact that it is still in force today, also provides us with a pattern for the interpretation of all of the other biblical covenants. As we come to understand this covenant, we will more fully appreciate the significance of all of the covenants, and especially the New Covenant instituted by our Lord Jesus Christ. (more…)

What Is Spiritual Personal Development?

by Dr. G. Steve Kinnard

You might have read a personal development book within the last year or two.  Have you ever read a book on spiritual personal development?  What is the difference between the two?  (more…)

Following Jesus Does not mean you will not face the Storm!

Article By Jaisam Daniel

The Bible records an wonderful event in our Master’s Life, One day Jesus asked his Disciples to follow him, they all boarded along with him in their boat obeying the word of Jesus by following him. With out any warning a great storm struck their boat. And the disciples cried to Jesus “Lord Save us we are going to drown”. Many times we think following Jesus is bed of roses and we are on high way to heaven with out any problems. Not so my beloved let us see what happens in this portion of the scripture Matthew 8:23-27. (more…)