Deuteronomy

Truly good works before God can’t be done apart from faith.

Not only is a works mentality exhausting, but God isn’t even impressed when you try to get his attention in this way.

As unfamiliar as family worship is to our ears, the concept was commonplace less than 100 years ago.

As with most actions, baptism requires explanation. What does it mean to be baptized “in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matt. 28:19)?

We all want to belong. But the sad truth about belonging is that it isn’t easy. It’s hard to get in, and it’s even harder to stay in.

The Apostles’ Creed handily summarizes the entire Christian faith using the scheme of the Trinity. But more basically it helps believers declare their total dependence on the Triune God. Let’s learn from the Creed to affirm the Trinity.

What were we like when we were younger? Each of us can ask that question of ourselves. The answers can demystify the past, explain the present, and equip us for the future. 

Part of living and dying in the joy of eternal comfort is knowing how great our sin and misery are.

Have you ever been at a loss for words because of something so beautiful?

Whatever trials we face in our lives, God will always be with us.

In all these stories, I heard whispers of grace. I saw how the Lord was faithful.

Sometimes parents of a child will say that they will not force their religion on their children. This is said sometimes even by Christian parents. What should Christians do?