Category Archives: Salvation

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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How Many People Are In Hell?

Do you ever wonder what hell is like? The Bible tells us. More specifically, Jesus tells us. Luke 16:19-31 contains the story of the rich man (who goes to hell) and Lazarus (who goes to heaven). The rich man “was in … Continue reading

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How Many People Are In Heaven?

Do you even wonder what heaven is like? The Bible tells us. First and foremost, God is the focus of heaven. His glory is center stage. Heaven is a place that shines the spotlight on a Person, the all-glorious Creator … Continue reading

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A Thanksgiving Acrostic: “S” is for Salvation

“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good.” Psalm 136:1 The salvation of God is reason to celebrate Thanksgiving! Today I’m thanking God for salvation – His salvation. Allow me to ask you a personal question. Do you know … Continue reading

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Why Do You Want to Go to Heaven? (John 14:6)

One of the best-known verses in the Bible is John 14:6, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” The purpose of this post is to explain the meaning of … Continue reading

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