How Grace Produces Good Works Without the Law
There’s this fascinating tension in the Christian life that trips up a lot of folks: How do good works come about if we’re not under the Law? It’s not a “do good things so you’re saved” kind of deal, because that’s exactly what grace laughs at. But at the same time, grace isn’t a free
Why We Are Ambassadors for Christ
Honestly, when Paul calls us “ambassadors for Christ” in 2 Corinthians 5:20, it can feel like an intimidating title. Ambassador sounds official, serious, even distant—someone draped in diplomatic protocol, navigating politics in a foreign land. But here’s the catch: we aren’t representing a government, a political party, or a nation with shifting agendas. We’re representing
Paul’s Unique Gospel: Not After Man
You ever notice how some sermons or Bible studies toss Paul’s epistles into a general “Christianity” bucket without really stopping to ask what makes his message tick? It’s like we all know Paul’s letters are important, but few truly grasp that his gospel isn’t just another version of the same old salvation story. It’s a
The Distinction Between the Bride of Christ and the Body of Christ
There’s a subtlety here that trips up countless believers, especially when they dive into the epistles and prophetic books. You might have heard the phrase “Bride of Christ” tossed around as another way of saying “Body of Christ,” but if you hang with someone who rightly divides the Word of Truth, like Paul instructed Timothy
Understanding the “Ages to Come” in Ephesians 2:7
Ephesians 2:7 packs a punch often overlooked—“That in the ages to come he might show the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.” There it is: a hint at something so vast and so future-facing that it boggles the mind. But what exactly are these “ages to come,” and
Why Grace Produces More Holiness Than Law
There’s something about the idea of holiness that grabs people’s attention—and rightfully so. Who wouldn’t want to be set apart, to reflect the character of God in a world that’s often anything but? But here’s the catch: How do we get there? For many, the knee-jerk answer is the Law. Follow the rules, check the
The Mystery of the Blindness of Israel
There’s something deeply compelling—and honestly a bit unsettling—about the blindness of Israel. For centuries, this has been a thorn in the side of many who study Scripture. Why would God, who is love and truth incarnate, allow His chosen nation to be spiritually blind? The key to understanding this mystery lies in the grace message
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
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
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