The “holding tanks” for the current dead (or the collective Sheol in the Old Testament) are Hades and Paradise: Hell vs Hades, and Heaven vs Paradise.
Church Discipline Process Done Right: A Guide to Restoration and Grace
Few topics make church leaders more uneasy than discipline. The very word can sound harsh, outdated, or judgmental in an age that values tolerance above all else. Yet, Scripture presents church discipline not as punishment but as an act of love—a means of restoration for those who have wandered and protection for the health of…
Why I Struggle With Hyper Religious People
How to Engage in Neighborhood Evangelism
Joining with other believers in Jesus Christ to express the gospel through word and deed to similar individuals, a neighborhood or a group of people.
How Many Times Does the Bible Say ‘Fear Not’? Understanding God’s Reassurance
The phrase “fear not” is one of the most repeated commands in the Bible, offering comfort and encouragement in moments of uncertainty, danger, or anxiety. For those seeking to understand the depth of God’s love and assurance, examining how often and in what context the Bible uses this phrase is both enlightening and faith-strengthening. Though…
What Makes a Spirit-Filled Sermon? Biblical Preaching That Transforms Lives
A Spirit-filled sermon isn’t just a well-crafted speech with biblical references—it’s a divine encounter. When a preacher steps into the pulpit under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, something remarkable happens: hearts are softened, lives are changed, and God’s Word becomes alive in the room. Every pastor or preacher who seeks to preach with power…
