The faith that God wants us to have is an “assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). He does not expect us to take a “leap of faith” — choosing to believe something, even though there is no evidence upon which to base our belief. Instead, He has provided [...]
The Certainty of the Scriptures
Posted on June 13, 2010 at 3:21 pm by Andy Sochor
Choose Life
Posted on March 9, 2010 at 2:00 am by Andy Sochor
Shortly before Moses’ death and the Israelites journey into the promised land, Moses spoke to them about the choice they had before them. This choice was so important, it was literally a matter of life or death.
“See, I have set before you today life and prosperity, and death and adversity; in that I command you [...]
A Leap of Faith
Posted on March 5, 2010 at 1:11 am by Andy Sochor
It is not uncommon to hear one talk about taking a leap of faith. Often this phrase is used to refer to some aspect of our response to God — believing in His existence, acknowledging His work in Creation, accepting the Bible, meeting His terms of salvation, or trusting that His way is best.
What is [...]
Crucified with Christ
Posted on January 25, 2010 at 12:49 am by Andy Sochor
Paul told the Galatians, “I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me” (Galatians 2:20).
These statements Paul [...]
What If Our Prayers Go Unanswered?
Posted on January 17, 2010 at 2:29 pm by Andy Sochor
James tells us, “the effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much” (James 5:16). With this in mind, many people pray to God hoping that their prayer will be answered. They want to have a divine response that is visible and tangible. When we pray for the sick, we want to see the sick [...]
All Continues Just as it Was
Posted on January 14, 2010 at 11:03 pm by Andy Sochor
When Jesus ascended into heaven, the apostles were there to witness the event. Afterwards, two angels appeared to them and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into the sky? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in just the same way as you have watched Him [...]
Submit to God, Resist the Devil
Posted on December 23, 2009 at 12:47 am by Andy Sochor
“Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7).
The two words that James uses to admonish Christians in their walk — submit and resist — both involve action. This should not be surprising. Earlier James commended an active faith to us while condemning a passive faith.
Regarding the active faith, [...]
