These two terms are used a lot in discussions about religion and politics. For this study, we want to focus on the use of these terms in the area of religion, particularly as they relate to our approach to God’s word. Should we have a conservative or a liberal approach to the Scriptures? Does it [...]
Conservative vs. Liberal
Posted on February 22, 2010 at 9:34 pm by Andy Sochor
Keywords in the Prophecy of the Coming Kingdom
Posted on November 3, 2009 at 11:40 pm by Andy Sochor
Isaiah prophesied of a kingdom that was to come “in the last days” – the age that was ushered in following the coming of Christ (cf. Hebrews 1:2). There are several keywords in this prophecy that we must understand if we are to appreciate what it teaches.
“Now it will come about that in the last [...]
Noah Found Favor in the Eyes of the Lord
Posted on October 8, 2009 at 11:57 pm by Andy Sochor
In Genesis 3, we read of sin being introduced into the world. Just three chapters later, the sins of man had progressed and compounded to such a point that “the wickedness of man was great on the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually” (Genesis 6:5). It [...]
What Is Sin?
Posted on July 9, 2009 at 11:56 pm by Andy Sochor
The Scriptures are clear in depicting sin as something terrible. Sin separates us from God (Isaiah 59:2). The punishment for sin is eternal, spiritual death (Romans 6:23). Sin is the reason Jesus had to suffer a torturous death on the cross (1 Peter 2:24). But some may not have learned, or may need to be [...]
Jesus – The Great Debater
Posted on February 1, 2009 at 12:01 am by Andy Sochor
One aspect about Jesus that is often ignored is His ability to debate, and for good reason. To say that religious debates are not popular in our time is an understatement. Yet the ability to debate is a valuable skill for those who would endeavor to teach the gospel to others. Jesus was so effective, [...]
Three Tabernacles
Posted on January 10, 2009 at 12:21 am by Andy Sochor
Luke 9:28-36 records the Transfiguration of Jesus. Jesus had gone up on a mountain with Peter, James and John. The three disciples fell asleep and awoke to find Jesus talking with Moses and Elijah.
This would have been an incredible sight for the disciples — Jesus, their Master, with two of the great figures of Jewish [...]
Christmas: Secular Holiday or Religious Holy Day?
Posted on December 10, 2008 at 10:24 pm by Andy Sochor
People celebrate Christmas different ways. It is common for people to exchange gifts, spend time with family, and reflect upon the blessings that they have. Many people also attach a religious significance to the day, using it to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.
How are Christians to treat this day? As a religious holy day? [...]
