THE TWO SIDES OF GOD’S FORGIVENESS

There are two uses of the word “forgiveness” in the Bible. First and foremost is God’s forgiveness of human sin. Our sins offend God and therefore only he can forgive them. The second usage is our need to forgive one another. Today’s column will consider God forgiving us.

THE GREAT SWAP

When Jean and I lived in China, we attended a church which allowed both foreigners and Chinese nationals to attend. Each week the church service included a Bible message followed by small group discussions about the message.

Letters to the Editor

Editor: Please share this information.Dear Farmers Co-op Farmers and Families, We have been continuing to work on the co-op’s history project, compiling all the families throughout the community over the past 100+ years.

WHY IS JESUS OUR SAVIOR?

There is a threefold foundation of salvation: Grace, Faith, and a Savior. The previous two articles discussed grace and faith as keys to salvation. But neither grace nor faith could save without the third element: a Savior—that is, without Jesus. But why is Jesus necessary for salvation?

THE MOST SURPRISING VERSE IN THE BIBLE

There is a threefold foundation of salvation: Grace, Faith, and a Savior. The previous two articles discussed grace and faith as keys to salvation. But neither grace nor faith could save without the third element: a Savior—that is, without Jesus. But why is Jesus necessary for salvation?

Financial Focus

Discipline is a quiet force behind every meaningful achievement — whether you’re building wealth or chasing a lifelong dream.Kent Broussard of Baton Rouge, LA, is a role model in discipline.

THE MOST SURPRISING VERSE IN THE BIBLE

Salvation is about stories, how each person came to faith. That is particularly true for Abram (or as we more commonly know him: Abraham). This is the 4000 year-old story of Abram and his wife Sarai and their desire to have a child.

THE WORST WORD IN THE BIBLE

What is the worst word in the Bible? My answer to that question may surprise you. In my opinion, the worst word in the Bible is “grace.” But I also say that “grace” is the best word in the Bible!Grace is the worst word because it speaks of human failure—it is like getting an “F” on your report card.

SALVATION: PAUL’S STORY

This week’s column begins a new series about “salvation.” Christians use this word a lot, but what does it mean? Though the word “salvation” is used in many ways in the Bible, in these columns we are referring to God’s actions to forgive sins and save sinners.

SNAKE STORIES

For the past few weeks I have mentioned that my wife Jean and I have visited or lived in several foreign countries. Before we move on to a different topic, let me share some of our favorite stories from our life overseas.Snakes live everywhere.