Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is the focal point of the Bible (1 Corinthians 15:3). All that came before pointed to the cross. All that followed looked back to the cross. It is important that we see the cross as more than just an icon and understand what it truly represents.
What the Cross Represents
Posted on October 25, 2010 at 10:30 pm by Andy Sochor
The Value of the Old Testament
Posted on October 3, 2010 at 3:16 pm by Andy Sochor
At the first of the year, I started a Bible reading plan that would take me through the Bible in one year. There are several different reading plans people use to read through the Bible. Some sort the books by chronological order. Others arrange the schedule so that one reads a portion of both the [...]
Three Branches of Government
Posted on August 9, 2010 at 8:46 pm by Andy Sochor
The U.S. Constitution specifies three separate branches that make up our government: legislative, executive, and judicial. These branches of government are not unique to the United States. Every government will carry out these functions in one way or another.
When it comes to the rule of God, His government performs the same legislative, executive, and judicial [...]
How God Speaks to Us Today
Posted on May 16, 2010 at 11:58 pm by Andy Sochor
Many today are seeking God’s guidance and direction, but are unsure where to look. The Scriptures plainly teach us that God speaks to us today through His Son, Jesus. The Hebrew writer began his letter by affirming this fact.
“God, after He spoke long ago to the fathers in the prophets in many portions and in [...]
Four Contributors to Our Salvation
Posted on February 11, 2010 at 1:41 am by Andy Sochor
Peter wrote his first epistle to Christians that were scattered throughout Asia Minor. He addressed them as ones who were “chosen” (1 Peter 1:1). For what were they chosen? Salvation. They were “born again to a living hope” in order to “obtain an inheritance [...] reserved in heaven” (1 Peter 1:3-4). They were waiting “for [...]
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 [...]
How Much Does God Hate Sin?
Posted on December 21, 2009 at 12:26 am by Andy Sochor
Sin is not taken very seriously by many in our society. People ignore it, make excuses for it, and joke about it. This casual attitude towards sin is in stark contrast with the way God views sin.
There are three examples from the book of Genesis that clearly demonstrate to us just how much God hates [...]
