Let’s start by talking a bit about what Scripture tells us what marriage actually means. Ephesians 5:31–33 “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. However, let each one of…
There are two meanings of the will of God. 1) God’s will of decree, also known as his sovereign will, and 2) his will of command. God’s sovereign will is his control over all things that come to happen in the universe. This will cannot be changed or altered. God’s will of command is what he commands us to do.…
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (ESV)Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you I’d say praying is pretty important if we’re to pray all the time! Not possible you say? Well, one thing we must understand about how God communicates to us through his Word, is that…
These are excellent questions that get at the very character and nature of our God. I’ll answer your questions in order. Does God really fulfill his promises? Psalm 117:1–2 (ESV)Praise the Lord, all nations! Extol him, all peoples! For great is his steadfast love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord! God is a…