The Old Testament clearly shows that the rise and fall of Israel was determined by its spiritual condition. When the people worshipped God, and their leaders honored His laws, Israel prospered. When the people drifted into sin and idolatry, and Israel’s kings...
God has woven into creation seemingly opposite spiritual principles that, when separated, can appear contradictory. By Dan Reiland For example, law and grace. They are in reality, perfectly paired and balanced so we can comprehend the full picture of who God is and...
In one of the most emotionally charged election seasons in recent history, two questions I am asked wherever I go are who I am voting for and how I could possibly support either candidate. By Jentezen Franklin My response is always the same: First, in regard to my...
Darkness is used in Scripture as a metaphor for evil to represent all that is sinful and satanic. By Ben Godwin In contrast, light is a biblical metaphor for good to represent truth and all that is of God. The apostle Paul instructed, “Therefore do not be...
The church has often been taught about the times of refreshing that come during seasons of revival. The first such time recorded was the birth of the church on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2) when 3,000 were saved. In Acts 4 and 5, God continued to add to the church...
