Category Archives: Knowing God

What the Bible Says about Fear

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Wayne Davies

God is so good, He has given us His precious Word. And He has also given us many godly men and women to teach His Word so we can better understand it and live it out. We are blessed to … Continue reading →

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50 Reasons Why Jesus Died

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Wayne Davies

If you have a passion to learn about God so you can love Him and serve Him all the days of your life, there is an abundance of resources available online, all at no cost. This is one of the … Continue reading →

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The New Testament in One Sentence

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Wayne Davies

Here’s a quick question for you to ponder: What is the main point of the entire New Testament? If you could recap all 27 books in one sentence, what would it be? Here’s how J.I. Packer does it: “You sum … Continue reading →

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3 Great Ways to Read & Study the Bible in 2023

Posted on December 31, 2022 by Wayne Davies

This post is about how to read and study the Bible in 2023. Specifically, you’ll learn three of my favorite ways to dive into the Word with diligence, delight, and dependence.   But first, some general comments about what it … Continue reading →

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How to Be Overwhelmed by the Love of God

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Wayne Davies

As we reflect on the meaning of the death of Christ, I’m thankful for these words from J.I. Packer: “God’s love is an exercise of His goodness towards sinners. As such, it has the nature of grace and mercy.   … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Sermon of 2021

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Wayne Davies

Picking my favorite sermon this year was relatively easy. I am so thankful for the way God teaches me through godly men who proclaim and explain His truth. That happened to me this fall in a powerful way. I’m a … Continue reading →

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What Is the Best Thing in Life?

Posted on July 29, 2021 by Wayne Davies

In July 2020 one of my spiritual mentors died. J.I. Packer passed away and I recall vividly how sad I was to hear the news. But through the many books he wrote, his ministry of Christ-exalting Bible teaching continues. His … Continue reading →

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10 Books Every Christian Should Read (per Tim Challies)

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Wayne Davies

I like Top 10 Lists. Here’s one I just discovered: 10 Books Every Christian Should Read (other than the Bible), by Tim Challies of www.Challies.com. Head over to this link to hear Tim take you through the list and why … Continue reading →

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Ephraim on Trial (A Poem on the Justice & Mercy of God)

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Wayne Davies

Lately I’ve been overwhelmed by the mercy and justice of God. Sometimes, usually in the morning, while reading the Bible and praying, I sit in my chair in the presence of Jesus and all I can do is cry. About … Continue reading →

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What Happens When We Ignore God’s Wrath?

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Wayne Davies

In chapter 15 of Knowing God, J.I. Packer indicts the church for ignoring the wrath of God. “To an age which has unashamedly sold itself to the gods of greed, pride, sex and self-will, the Church mumbles on about God’s … Continue reading →

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