Tag Archives: faith

Legalism

Posted on March 12, 2019 by heartcalm7

In Acts 15, the legalists came from Jerusalem with their unsolicited and unendorsed opinion that Gentile converts must be circumcised and follow the other laws of Moses to be forgiven and to have eternal life.  This doctrinal challenge spurred the … Continue reading →

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The cleansing power of seeing the Unseen

Posted on September 13, 2018 by heartcalm7

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.  For by it the men of old gained approval.”                                 … Continue reading →

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Surprised by Belief

Posted on February 9, 2018 by heartcalm7

Jesus told Nicodemus not to be surprised that one must be born again in order to see the kingdom of God.  (John 3:5, 7)  He goes on to explain in a metaphor, The wind blows where it wishes and you hear … Continue reading →

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