The Deadly Effects of Legalism

I once listened to a sermon on Luke 6. The sermon highlighted four characteristics of legalisms that are apparent from the passage of scripture. Each of these characteristics start with the letter C. CRITICAL: Legalistic people have their set of rules by which they judge everyone else. They cannot encounter or interact with anyone without … Continue reading The Deadly Effects of Legalism →

God’s Kindness and Mercy Lead to Repentance

God's Mercy and Kindness Leads to Repentance... You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things… Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing … Continue reading God’s Kindness and Mercy Lead to Repentance →

Testimony of how I found Peace, Joy and Victory in Christ

In the church where I grew up, I was taught that in order to obtain forgiveness from sin and victory over sin one must confess one’s sin to a counsellor at that church. In the attempt to obtain peace and victory in my life, I confessed my sins faithfully to my counsellors. I also tried … Continue reading Testimony of how I found Peace, Joy and Victory in Christ →

God’s Holiness

Meditating on God's Holiness...

The Bible teaches us that God is holy. That means that God is morally perfect. He is perfect in goodness. He is always righteous and just. He always chooses to do what is right and best. He is excellent in virtue. He is perfect in character. He is flawless. He is worthy of all praise, worship and devotion...

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False Religion versus the Gospel (Summary)

For many years I had been subtly deceived by false Christianity. God in His grace, however, allowed me to experience and see the heartache, depression and trauma caused by false religion. As a result, I started realising that something was drastically wrong with the "Chritianity" that I had. I started seeking God and His truth … Continue reading False Religion versus the Gospel (Summary) →

Hymns that touch my heart

These are some of the hymns that touch my heart. Some of them have been an encouragement to me during very difficult times.

He giveth more grace when the burdens grow greater - Annie Johnson Flint (1866-1932)

1) He giveth more grace when the burdens grow greater,
He sendeth more strength when the labors increase,
To added affliction He addeth His mercy,
To multiplied trials, His multiplied peace...

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Peter versus Judas

Peter and Judas are two of the Lord Jesus' disciples who stand out at the time of the Lord Jesus' crucifixion (Mark 14). Both are included in the twelve disciples chosen by Jesus. Both sin against our Lord. Peter denies Jesus. Judas betrays Jesus. Peter obtains mercy and ends up dying for our Lord. Judas on the other hand does not obtain mercy and ends up committing suicide. What are the differences between these two disciples that their ends are so different?

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Encouraging Bible Verses

These Bible verses have been an blessing to me and have encouraged me. I trust they will be an encouragement and blessing to you too...

The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. Exodus 14:14

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6

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Why does God allow so much Suffering – Part 1

If God is a God of love, why is there so much suffering in this world? This question is asked so often. I have been meditating on this for several years. What follows is my understanding of it.

God is love. Love desires people to bestow one's love upon. God created people in order to live in a loving relationship with them...

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The tragedy of self-righteousness

Luke 7:39 Now when the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, "If this man were a prophet, he would have known who and what sort of woman this is who is touching him, for she is a sinner." To me this is one of the saddest verses in the Bible. Here the saviour had come to visit Simon the Pharisee. This was the same Savior who had visited Zacchaeus and Matthew, the tax collectors, at their homes. (Remember how Zacchaeus had stood up and confessed his sin, after which the Lord Jesus said: “Today salvation has come to this house”.) To view the full post please click on this post's tiltle above.

False Religion versus the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ (with scripture references)

I write this article with a very heavy heart and after crying many tears. I know many people personally who have experienced and witnessed the hurt, heartache, devastation, despair and depression that are caused by false religion. I have also experienced and been caught up with many aspects of false Christianity myself. A couple of years ago, I started seeking God with many tears. By His grace, God started opening my eyes to see the differences between false Christianity and His precious Gospel. I have found these differences portrayed clearly by many verses and passages in the Bible. I have been writing these differences down over some time... To view the full post please click on this post's tiltle above.