What did Isaiah mean when he said our works are like filthy rags

In Isaiah 64, the prophet wrote these familiar words: “All our righteousnesses are like filthy rags” Isa 64:6. It is common to hear these words in discussions regarding eternal salvation. For example, in a […]

November 5, 2024 by Bob Wilkin in Blog - motivation for serving God
Did you know that it is selfish to be born again

Did you know that in one sense of the word, it is selfish to be born again? Here are some things that are selfish in the sense of being “intent […]

How do we put suffering in perspective

The book of Isaiah begins on a bleak note. In Isaiah 1–6, the prophet speaks of Jerusalem as a bloody city with corrupt leaders. The poor and defenseless are oppressed. […]

November 1, 2024 by Bob Wilkin in Blog - Exodus 3:14, He is, I Am
Does Hebrews 116 allude to Exodus 314 (“I AM WHO I AM”)

This question came up in one of my online seminary classes this week. Hebrews 11:6 says, “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to […]

October 31, 2024 by Ken Yates in Blog - Kingdom, Mark 4, Parable
Is the kingdom of God here now

In Mark 4, the Lord gives a series of parables that revolve around the kingdom of God. I think there are many believers who don’t realize how important a correct […]

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Among the many atrocities the Nazis committed during WW2 was the plundering of priceless Jewish heirlooms. They raided the homes of affluent Jewish families, deported them to camps, then looted […]

Why does Lordship Salvation say that Zane Hodges preached a crossless gospel

Mick asks a super question: I keep hearing various “free grace” proponents on Facebook and Twitter call GES’s position a “crossless gospel.” Can you explain what the “crossless gospel” means? […]

October 28, 2024 by Ken Yates in Blog - Luke 12:42, Matt 24:45, Prov 8:11, rewards
How valuable is godly wisdom

When somebody sees something that is very valuable, he will pursue it. Before a couple is married, for example, the man will try to impress his girlfriend. He will put […]

Does calling people to trust Christ as Lord and Savior mean someone holds to Lordship Salvation

A number of people have been asking me about Dr. Jeremiah. Just this week, I received emails from James and D.E. About a year ago, I received emails from Rick. […]

October 24, 2024 by Ken Yates in Blog - Death, Life, Luke 7:11-17, Nain, Resurrection
Which crowd are you in

Luke is the only Gospel that records what the Lord did at the small village of Nain. He stopped a funeral in progress and raised a dead man back to […]

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