How We Live Matters

The 2000 film "Gladiator," a math teacher's aphorism, and the Christian doctrine of hell all reiterate that we must actively pursue virtue!

The Marks of a Christian | 1 John 1:5–2:2

This post goes into detail to describe a Christian’s identifying mark according to 1 John 1:5–2:2.

What Was David’s Sin?

In recent days it has become common to claim that King David actually raped Bathsheba, but even though this might preach well in our contemporary evangelical landscape, it is likely the wrong text to support that message.

Are Villains All-Bad?

Apart from the grace of God, we too are villains, so let's love those well who sin different than us. . . . Romans 3:10-18.

The Family of God — the Gospel in Ruth

The gospel of Christ can be preached from every book of the Bible--even Ruth.

Why Do I FEEL This Way?

God has given us emotions by which to enjoy Him and live up to our purpose in life. . . . various texts.

A Couple Commands for Christians

Christianity is not a rule-based religion, but that does not mean that we are not expected to act a certain way as believers. . . . 1 John 3:23.

The Pitch and the Pendulum — excursus on Mark 1:15b

While belief and repentance are equally important and biblical, there may be biblical grounds for emphasizing belief over repentance. . . . Mark 1:15.