Mercy and graciousness are attributes belonging to God Almighty, who granted ancient Israel unmerited pardon and favor, taking them out of slavery and giving them the Promised Land. Grace is derived from the Greek word charis, denoting a …
A brief tour through the Scriptures finds several passages that link destruction with rejoicing (all from the English Standard Version [ESV]): » Revelation 18:20: “Rejoice over her, O heaven, and you saints and apostles and …
Remember the old Lay's Potato Chips commercials on American television with the slogan, "Betcha can't eat just one"? We could use a similar slogan to describe human sin: "Betcha can't commit just one!" No one has sinned just once. The …

(12) “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father.
When we first read this verse, most of us think that Jesus is talking about miracles, signs, wonders, and healings, that is, that those of us who really believe in Him will be able to do those great works. However, He may not be …
An entire year has flashed by since four airplane crashes changed the way Americans behold the world. As the nation remembers the victims of terrorism and contemplates its continuing response, it is fitting to ask, "Has the tragedy of September 11, 2001, changed us for the better?" Looking back on that day, we were first shocked, then dismayed, grieved, angry, vengeful, and patriotic. Our initial reactions were to help, aid, give, and pray. The nation rallied behind President Bush and his plans for retaliation against al-Qaida and the Taliban, sporting flags and "God Bless America" bumper …
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