Psalm 143: The Righteousness of Whom?

Psalm 143: The Righteousness of Whom?

Oct 23, 2013 | Psalms, Theology

When the apostle Paul wrote that the righteousness of God would be revealed, (Romans 1:17) he was talking about something a lot bigger than just God’s moral virtue. In my last blog, I explained that the righteousness of God very often refers to God’s faithfulness to...
Righteousness: It’s Not What you Think

Righteousness: It’s Not What you Think

Oct 16, 2013 | Romans, The Bible, Theology

More Than Moral Virtue When we read Paul’s letter to the church in Rome, it’s easy for us to assume that the word “righteousness” refers only to moral virtue. Actually, the word means much more than that. The scriptures certainly teach about moral virtue, but the word...

Psalm 116: He Heard My Plea [Video]

Sep 9, 2013 | Christian Living, Psalms, Theology

We are individual Christians, but we should never think that that’s where our Christian identity ends. We cannot serve Christ fully unless we appreciate that we belong to and in a community of fellowship and worship, the body of Christ. If you’re not already a part of...
Already, But Not Yet: Romans 5

Already, But Not Yet: Romans 5

Jun 10, 2013 | Christian Living, Romans, Theology

In Romans 5, Paul explains that, while we have an established peace with God, tribulations will come. What’s more, we are to rejoice in these tribulations. How can this be? Read my previous blog about this topic. We have the Holy Spirit. Paul taught that our hope is...