Here we go with part 2 of WHAT IS COVENANT? Let me just start by saying that God always deals with us by covenant. As such, grace is a mystery to those who do not understand that. Grace is also a mystery to those who do not understand the Father's nature. Grace is not justice … Continue reading What Is Covenant – Part 2
What Is Covenant – Part 1
This teaching goes deep into Truth about covenant. As a result, it is in two parts and it will only scratch the surface of how to explain what covenant means. Stick with this teaching and study it, don't just read it. If you'll do that, you'll discover a new freedom found in the covenant of … Continue reading What Is Covenant – Part 1
Lamentations – Stop Complaining
Lamentations 3:39 in the NLT reads “Then why should we, mere humans, complain when we are punished for our sins?” Complaining seems to have become the great American past time. We live in a very complaining society. People gripe about everything. It seems people aren't satisfied unless and until they are complaining. It is absolutely … Continue reading Lamentations – Stop Complaining
It’s Your Choice
You've heard people say it. “What choice did I have?” Usually this is said after they get into some sort of negative predicament. The question is usually focused toward one particular incident, rather than at the big picture. It's similar to the statement “you can't see the forest for the trees”. The focus is all … Continue reading It’s Your Choice
Walking in the Truth
What’s driving you? That may seem like a strange question, but if you really take it seriously and ask yourself that question, you may discover some undesired answers. God gave every believer the power and authority to proclaim what He has already accomplished. Yet many continue to keep begging Him to do what He’s already … Continue reading Walking in the Truth
Proof For Grace and Not Law – Part 2
We ended Part 1 by proving that Jesus preached the Kingdom of God, not the law. Now we'll prove that Jesus' followers did exactly the same. As we move from the “gospel” books to the book of Acts and beyond, it's important to point out that Luke, the physician, wrote the book of Acts. Acts … Continue reading Proof For Grace and Not Law – Part 2
Proof For Grace and Not Law – Part 1
This teaching is a follow on to the teaching “Law Is Not Bad”. So if you haven't studied that one, I recommend you do that first. It's not necessary, but it will help set up this teaching which shows you examples where the law is bad. Where to even start with this one. First I … Continue reading Proof For Grace and Not Law – Part 1
Law Is Not Bad
Throughout the teachings on grace in this website, you should have noticed by now that living by grace displaces the necessity to perform or live by the law. This teaching is intended to make sure you don’t get the impression I’m telling you to ignore the natural law, the rules, the authority that has been … Continue reading Law Is Not Bad
God’s Convicting Love
God the Holy Spirit is full of conviction. He convicts you that you're righteous. He convicts you that you're holy. He convicts you that He loves you. Romans 15:30 says “Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to strive together with me in your prayers … Continue reading God’s Convicting Love
What Covenant Is Ours?
Let's start with the the question that is the title of this teaching, because it is a good one. First you must establish which covenant is yours. Are you under the old covenant of law, or are you under the new covenant of grace? Here's the problem. Many people shake their heads yes, they jump … Continue reading What Covenant Is Ours?