The Singular Eternal Foundation

“For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 3:11 When the Lord Jesus used the illustration, or parable, concerning two builders and two foundations, He was speaking of eternal things, things which would last into eternity, and those which would not.  He spoke in Matthew’s…

The Certainty Of One’s Calling

“He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it.” 1 Thessalonians 5:24 When Jeremiah the prophet was called of God, he knew it, the Lord confirming it on the basis of His working before Jeremiah was born.  When Moses was called of God to go to Egypt and deliver the people of Israel,…

The Surrendered Sword

“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear…” 1 Peter 3:15 In one of G. Matheson’s great hymns, he writes: “Make me a captive, Lord, And then I shall…

Out Of Desolation And Destruction

“Your sun shall not more go down; neither shall your moon withdraw itself: for the Lord shall be your everlasting light, and the days of your mourning shall be ended.” Isaiah 60:20 Ever since the day when Adam sinned against God in the Garden of Eden, there has been a curse upon this earth, not…

Heaven’s Great Priority

“Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” Matthew6:9,10 If ever there was a pattern for worship which has its example and exhortation from heaven, it is in the book of Revelation.  Beyond the revelation of the glorified and risen Christ…

The Importance Of Joshua’s Book

“After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, it came to pass that the Lord spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ minister…”  Joshua 1:1 Why is the book of Joshua in the Bible?  Is it principally a historical account of the people of Israel being brought into the promised land, and…

The Preeminence Of Christ

“For by Him (Christ) all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers.  All things were created through Him and for Him.” Colossians 1:16 In the Christian’s warfare against the powers of darkness in this world, the Apostle Paul identifies…

When God’s Time Comes

“He shall stir up His zeal like a man of war.   He shall cry out, yes, shout aloud; He shall prevail against His enemies.” Isaiah 42:13 In the kingdom and economy of God, there is first and foremost His purpose revealed, according to His design, and accomplished by His authority and power for His unique…

The Revelation Of Christ To His Church

“John, to the seven churches, which are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from Him who is, and who was, and who is to come…” Revelation 1:4 The book of the Revelation is a most remarkable book, given to the Apostle John, in a very unusual setting at a particular and very significant time. …

A Table Set Before Me

“If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and dine with him, and he with Me.” Revelation 3:20 When David wrote the twenty-third Psalm approximately three thousand years ago, he mentioned something in that Psalm that is like a newly found gem that has long been searched for. …