Posts in category Knowing the Word

This article represents the arguments of those that urge abstinence from potentially intoxicating beverages. What is the case for refraining from alcohol?

Christians need to understand the differences in the production and consumption of intoxicating beverages in Bible times compared to modern times. This difference is a significant concern that needs to be addressed as we ponder Christians and social drinking.

Many people believe that it is okay for Christians to drink intoxicating beverages if they are careful to keep sober. What are their arguments?

John 15:6 If anyone does not abide in Me, he is cast out as a branch and is withered; and they gather them and throw …

Whether your proclivity is to immediately side with total abstinence or allowance according to conscience, we need humility before God and His Word. We must strive to not take away from God’s revealed will or go beyond it.

“I am secure in Christ. I no longer have to fear death. I can never be condemned. No matter what I do, I cannot end …

Can you lose your salvation? Some teach that you can. Others feel like they have. But what does the Word of God promise regarding the …

An Abandoned Pursuit When was the last time you heard someone talk about godliness? Frequently, I hear Christians talk about being more faithful, loving, or …

What is repentance unto life? In his widely-used catechism, Charles Spurgeon stated: “Repentance to life is a saving grace, (Acts 11:18) whereby a sinner, out …

Can I Keep My Sin and Go to Heaven? A while back, I was witnessing to a group of college-age guys. They were familiarity with …