The truth isn’t law

“For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.” John 1:17 KJV This scripture is speaking of two different covenants (or ways of relating to God): Moses (the Old Covenant of law) and Jesus (the New Covenant of grace). The word “but” divides this verse in two, showing us […]

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What is the gospel?

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. Romans 1:16 KJV What is the gospel? The word gospel (Greek: euaggelion) literally means good news. A lot of things that are labelled as gospel are far from good news! I’ve […]

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Identity: Not guilty!

“ that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not counting people’s sins against them [but canceling them]. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation [that is, restoration to favor with God].” 2 Corinthians 5:19 AMP So many people walk around with the heavy weight of guilt upon them. […]

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Identity: God chooses you!

“1 Paul, apostle of Jesus Christ by God’s will, to the saints and faithful in Christ Jesus who are at Ephesus. 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and [the] Lord Jesus Christ. 3 Blessed [be] the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenlies in […]

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Identity: Reconciled to God

“17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. 18 And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation” 2 Corinthians 5:17-18 KJV Too many believers don’t see […]

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Identity: You’re a new creation!

“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 KJV A new start! A fresh beginning! It’s not merely a continuation of the old life along a better path, but it’s a completely new start. So many Christians […]

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Lessons from the wise men – part 4

11 And after entering the house, they saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell down and worshipped Him. Then, after opening their treasure chests, they presented to Him gifts [fit for a king, gifts] of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Matthew 2:10-11 AMP I believe that true worship will cost you something. It will […]

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