Why Jesus Warns Us to Be Alert for His Second Coming

Why Jesus Warns Us to Be Alert for His Second Coming June 13, 2023 by: John Piper Like a Sudden Trap for the Dissipated Soul If you go to sleep spiritually, you will not be awake to discern the signs of his nearness. [This] is confirmed by the way Jesus speaks of the wise manager…


Love!

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT—LOVE! \”But now abideth Faith, Hope, Love, these three, and the greatest of these is Love.\” — 1Co 13:13. LET US lay the emphasis on the word fruit, as contrasted with the works of the law. In work there is effort, strain, the sweat of the brow, and straining of the…


What Does James 1:2 Mean?

What Does James 1:2 Mean? August 05, 2023 by: Robert L. Plummer This article is part of the What Does It Mean? series. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds. —James 1:2 Joy in Trials The second word in the Greek text of verse 2, charan (“joy”), corresponds closely…


10 Key Bible Verses on Being Happy

10 Key Bible Verses on Being Happy July 29, 2023 by: Crossway This article is part of the Key Bible Verses series. All commentary notes adapted from the ESV Study Bible. 1. Matthew 5:2–12 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of…