New Heavens & New Earth
The concept is hard for us to imagine. Could a world without evil and pain exist? What would we do with ourselves if we’re not worried about trying to be right and trying to stay alive? The last two chapters … Read More
The concept is hard for us to imagine. Could a world without evil and pain exist? What would we do with ourselves if we’re not worried about trying to be right and trying to stay alive? The last two chapters … Read More
It’s alarming how few believers give any reasonable consideration to the future judgment that is to come. Unfortunately, Christianity is treated like an insurance package both directly and indirectly. I have talked with confessing Christians who unashamedly admit to “following” … Read More
The end of God’s purposes on the present earth is beautiful. This is particularly true when we contrast the end for the workers of darkness and the end for God’s people. In Revelation 19 the beast and the false prophet … Read More
Our faith is tested all the time. Probably one of the most common tests is painful experiences. When we encounter some discomfort, we recoil. When the pain intensifies, we attempt to respond in a way that’s consistent with what we … Read More
The contrast between heaven and earth is hard to miss when we read the Scriptures. One difference is that heaven is God’s dwelling place, while people dwell on earth. Also, heaven is said to be above, while the earth is … Read More
As I write this, I am currently flying thirty-two thousand feet above the Atlantic. The feeling of being shuttled through the sky hundreds of miles per hour can be rather unsettling if you allow your mind to ponder all the … Read More
The world surrounds us with lures that seek to pull us away from Christ and cause us to cling to the things we see. The world boasts in its longevity, distracts us with pleasure and prosperity, and invites us to … Read More
The reality of our sin-nature affects the way we think about sin. As believers, we understand the severity of sin and its ugliness at some level otherwise we would not have seen the necessity for salvation. But do we realize … Read More
At this point in the year, family and friends will typically gather to celebrate Independence Day. Like any holiday, the 4th of July is known for various traditional festivities, not least of which include musical concerts and firework shows. For … Read More
Liberty Baptist Church is dispensational. While dispensationalism cannot be distilled down to a mere statement, dispensationalism is certainly not less than seeing a clear distinction between Israel of the Old Testament and the church of the New Testament. That said, … Read More