James concluded his epistle emphasizing the importance of turning a fallen brother away from sin and back to Christ. “My brethren, if any among you strays from the truth and one turns him back, let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death [...]
Restoring the Fallen
Posted on January 12, 2010 at 2:00 am by Andy Sochor
What is Truth?
Posted on December 9, 2009 at 12:36 am by Andy Sochor
“What is truth?” This was the question Pilate asked Jesus after hearing the Lord’s claim that He came to testify to the truth (John 18:36-37). When we think about truth, we must understand two things: it is unchanging and it is the same message for all. The word of God is truth (John 17:17). His [...]
How to Keep Doing Good
Posted on August 24, 2009 at 12:54 am by Andy Sochor
James wrote, “Therefore, to one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin” (James 4:17). It is obviously important that we know what God expects of us. But sometimes we know what is right, yet, for whatever reason, we don’t do it. James plainly tells us [...]
Why Do We Assemble?
Posted on July 11, 2009 at 2:09 pm by Andy Sochor
The New Testament gives three reasons why it is important for Christians to assemble:
We assemble to worship God (John 4:24).
We assemble to encourage our brethren (Hebrews 10:25).
We assemble to gain encouragement from our brethren (Hebrews 10:25).
Once we reach a point where we need no encouragement because it has become impossible for us to fall, and [...]
Giving Thanks to God
Posted on November 24, 2008 at 10:37 pm by Andy Sochor
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday in this country, we tend to be more mindful of the blessings we have. We have many things to be thankful for, and we ought to recognize God as the source of these blessings (James 1:17).
With this in mind, I want to briefly look at Colossians 3:15-17. These three [...]
Rest for the Weary
Posted on December 19, 2007 at 9:54 pm by Andy Sochor
“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). This is the great invitation offered by Jesus. He offers the invitation and makes the promise to those who will come: “you will find rest for your souls” (Matthew 11:29).
However, we must work in order to receive rest. [...]
