Category Archives: Salvation

What Is Faith? (and How to Get More of It)

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Wayne Davies

How important is faith? In Hebrews 11:6, God tells us: “And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” Aren’t you glad … 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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The 6 Most Important Verses in the Bible

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Wayne Davies

We will soon celebrate the most important events in the history of the world – the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. The four gospels devote much space to the historical reality of these events. And rightly so. … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Memory

Posted on March 23, 2022 by Wayne Davies

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

Posted on March 13, 2022 by Wayne Davies

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

Posted on January 22, 2022 by Wayne Davies

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

Posted on December 25, 2021 by Wayne Davies

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

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Wayne Davies

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?

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Wayne Davies

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

Posted on January 17, 2021 by Wayne Davies

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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