I realize that the title of this post is a provocative one, and it is meant to be. However, there is no greater example of a Spirit filled person than the Savior Himself. He is the greatest example of charismatic spirituality that ever lived. Follow along: Matthew 1:18 tells us how Jesus was born of … Continue reading Christ the Charismatic
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A Real Place Called Hell
Co-written with David Pope Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?-Matthew 16:26 If you are not born again, the day will come when you will wish you had never been born at all.-Warren Wiersbe In his … Continue reading A Real Place Called Hell
A Real Place Called Hell 2: A Guided Tour
Co-written with David Pope Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.-Revelation 20:15 (God) is a being of infinite greatness, majesty, and glory; and therefore he is infinitely honourable...for he is infinitely worthy to be obeyed himself, … Continue reading A Real Place Called Hell 2: A Guided Tour
Overcoming Life’s Trials: A Survival Guide
Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page "The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him." Nahum 1:7"God whispers in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pain. It is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world"- C.S. Lewis "If … Continue reading Overcoming Life’s Trials: A Survival Guide
Scorecard For a Healthy Church
Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page "Those that are planted in the house of the Lord shall flourish in the courts of our God"-Psalm 92:13 "He cannot have God for his Father who does not have the church for his Mother."-Augustine Have you ever held an acorn in your hand? Then you've held … Continue reading Scorecard For a Healthy Church
The Church and You
Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page CH__CH; What is missing? UR! I saw this humorous quote on a church sign many years ago, and it has always stuck with me. The church is not complete without "U"! Likewise, a Christian's life can never be complete apart from a healthy, Bible believing, Spirit filled … Continue reading The Church and You
Why the New Birth Is Necessary
Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page A wealthy business man died.At his funeral, many people came to his widow and the rest of his family to express their sympathies. Suddenly, a young man approached the widow with an unusual request. He said "Ma'am, I know you don't know me, but I was wondering … Continue reading Why the New Birth Is Necessary
What Is a Full Gospel Christian?
Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page " One of the disturbing things about Christianity is that very few Christians ever advance beyond their first revelation."Lester Sumrall
Resurrection Realities: The Miracle of Easter
Originally published on James and Dave's Bible Page (The angel said) "Why seek ye the living among the dead? He is not here, but is risen."-Luke 24:5-6 "Christianity has died many times and risen again; for it has a God who knows the way out of the grave."-G.K. Chesterton (1) Whether adorning a majestic church … Continue reading Resurrection Realities: The Miracle of Easter