Category Archives: Salvation

The Power of a Memory

What I remember most about her room was the smell — a strange mixture of incense, smoke, and alcohol. I rarely went into my sister’s bedroom, but one day in 1972 I was compelled to do so. I had recently … Continue reading

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Where to Go When Death Comes Near

Do you ever think about heaven? I’ve been thinking about it a lot this week, because a good friend died recently. She was a believer and participated in our home Bible study for many years. We knew her well and … Continue reading

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The Key to Understanding the Bible

The Bible is a big book, well over 1,000 pages. How do we make sense of it? There’s so much to read and digest. And so many different interpretations floating around. I think the key is to understand the big … Continue reading

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One Great Christmas Verse, Three Incomparable Gifts

Do you have a favorite Christmas verse? Here’s mine. “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich.” (2 … Continue reading

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Without Repentance, Nobody Goes to Heaven

What does it take to get to heaven? A biblical answer to this question would include: –the grace, mercy, love and justice of God –the substitutionary death of Jesus Christ –the life-giving work of the Holy Spirit –God’s forgiveness of … Continue reading

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Do People in Hell Get A Second Chance?

I received this question from a reader recently: “Can you pray people out of hell and bring them up to heaven?” This is an excellent question. How would you answer it? And most importantly, does Scripture address this question? Does … Continue reading

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COVID-19 and the Fear of Death

The headlines in our local newspaper stated the grim facts: “Death toll reaches 2 million.” The article then began with these disturbing words: “The global death toll from COVID-19 topped 2 million Friday, crossing the threshold amid a vaccine rollout … Continue reading

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Meet the Man Who Led Me to Christ

I’d like you to meet the man who led me to Jesus. In 1983 I left the ministry (and Jesus) in the dust, deciding I was better off being the master of my fate and the captain of my soul. … Continue reading

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What’s So Good About Good Friday?

Today we commemorate the death of Jesus Christ. To say that Jesus died on “Good Friday” is an understatement. The day Christ died is arguably the best day in the history of the world, for this is the day that … Continue reading

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What Did Jesus Talk About Repeatedly?

Happy Spring! According to the calendar, March 20 is the first day of Spring, my favorite time of year. I live in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where the winters can be brutally cold and the summers blistering hot. So I’m lovin’ … Continue reading

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