This encounter plainly states that good intentions, works, and possessions are not the keys to enter the kingdom of heaven. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And a certain ruler questioned Him, saying, ‘Good Teacher, what shall I do to… Read More ›
THE WORD OF GOD FOR TODAY
The Left Demands that We Follow Science Except in Transgenderism
Approximately 90 full passages and several entire books of the Bible speak of how Christ will return to earth, judge it, and set up his kingdom which precedes eternity on an entirely new planet. All of that is called by… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 48 – Luke 18:15-17: “Jesus’ Love for the Children”
Take the time to go to the LORD in prayer and ask Him to forgive your mistakes, and give you wisdom and counsel. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And they were bringing even their babies to Him so that He… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 47 – Luke 18:9-14: “Will the Real Prayer Please Stand Up?”
Are your prayers merely a wish list that you say in a hurry, do you view prayer as something you have got to do, like a routine? By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Also, He spoke this parable to some who… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 46 – Luke 17:3-10: “Forgiveness, Faith, and Service”
True followers of Jesus Christ should have an attitude of forgiveness towards one another for mistakes, and errors of judgment. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Be on your guard! If your brother sins, rebuke him and if he repents,… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 44 – Luke 16:19-31: “The Man Who Was Lost Forever”
This story is a scathing rebuke of – riches and notoriety are sure signs of the blessing and favor of God. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now there was a certain rich man, and he habitually dressed in purple… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 43 – Luke 16:1-13: “The Parable of the Shrewd Manager”
we may not be of the world, but we have to live in it. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now He was also saying to the disciples, ‘There was a certain rich man who had a steward, and this… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 42 – Luke 15:25-32: “The World’s Most Beloved Short Story, Part 2”
There are far too many instances and examples of this blatant disrespect and lack of reverence towards the Holy One. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now his older son was in the field, and when he came and approached… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 41 – Luke 15:11-24: “The World’s Most Beloved Short Story, Part 1”
Repentance, simply defined, is the act of turning back to God. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He said, ‘A certain man had two sons, and the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 40 – Luke 15:1-10: “Letting the Angels Celebrate”
You go where the lost sheep are, and you look for the precious possession where it is least expected. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now all the tax gatherers and the sinners were coming near Him to listen to… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 39 – Luke 14:25-35: “All or Nothing”
Either you are dedicated to Jesus Christ or not. Either you obey Him or not. You stand up for Him or not. You defend your faith or not. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now great multitudes were going along… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 38 – Luke 14:15-24: “A Place at the Table, Part 2”
He took your wickedness upon Himself as the perfect substitute for us so we would not end up in the hell we deserve. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And when one of those who were reclining at the table… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 37 – Luke 14:7-14: “A Place at the Table, Part 1”
Many in the Christian world need a lesson in real compassion unfortunately and less on personal status or “anointing.” By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He began speaking a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they… Read More ›
Have You Received the Best Gift Ever?
We love Him because He first loved us – and demonstrated that love on the cross. Anything we receive with no expectation of payment is a gift. People like gifts, and not just at Christmas time. What gifts have… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 36 – Luke 14:1-6: “A Lesson in Compassion”
O, LORD, revive us. Convict us. Let your elect have the faith to endure these wicked days and open the eyes of the lost. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And it came about when He went into the house… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 35 – Luke 13:22-30: “Assurance, Delusion, and Destruction”
Do not believe for one moment that religious behavior, routine, or heritage that you see as authentic Christianity will get you to heaven. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And he was passing through from one city and village to… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 34 – Luke 13:10-17: “Shaking Up the Service”
By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He was teaching on one of the synagogues on the Sabbath. And behold, there was a woman who for eighteen years had borne a sickness caused by a spirit, and she was bent double,… Read More ›
How God Answers Prayer: A Scriptural Study
By Dr. Donald Whitchard “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.” John 15:7 (NKJV) “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by… Read More ›
The Wrath of God: A Scriptural Study
Do not let God’s wrath pour upon you for eternity, surrender your life to Christ. Come to Christ NOW! Editor’s Note: The link added at the end of this article is to an article I wrote long ago, it… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 33 – Luke 13: 6-9: “The Tragedy of a Fruitless Nation”
There are too many people who tend to forget that it is not “their” church, but is the blood bought property of the Lord Jesus Christ. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He began telling this parable: a certain… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 32 – Luke 13:1-5: “The Tragedies of Life”
Many in today’s generation cannot or will not accept the fact that they are responsible for decisions made. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now on the same occasion there were some present who reported to Him about the Galileans,… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 31 – Luke 12:22-34: “Worry is Time Wasted”
Jesus – He would either be a lunatic – on the level with a man who says he is a poached egg -or else the devil of hell. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Then He said to His disciples,… Read More ›
Demons and Unclean Spirits Know the Truth More so Than People do
I and many others still choose to believe – WE believe, and NOTHING or NO ONE is going to change that. By Greg Holt I am literally amazed at the fact that so many are deceived, this is not… Read More ›
Take Time to Give Thanks – to the Lord
As we celebrate Thanksgiving this year, let us be reminded in our hearts to give thanks to our God. By Greg Holt Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed by they name. Forgive us Lord as we forgive those who… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 30 – Luke 12:13-21: “Blessed, Favored, and Condemned”
Nobody seems to remember God when things appear to be going well, and the world tends to curse Him when everything falls apart. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And someone in the crowd said to Him, ’Teacher, tell my… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 29 – Luke 12:1-12: “Fake Faith, Godly Fear, and Bold Confession”
The world is in the grip of the devil and worship him openly and gladly. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “In the meantime, when an innumerable multitude of people had gathered, so that they trampled one another, He began to… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 28 – Luke 11:1-4: “Points to Consider in Prayer”
Take the time to praise and glorify Him for His goodness, mercy, and grace. He already knows what you are going to say concerning your needs. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now it came to pass, as He was… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 27 – Luke 10:25-37: “Compassion from an Unexpected Source”
By His death on the cross for our sins, He did what no other religion or leader could ever hope to accomplish, and that was to redeem us because we can’t in any way do it on our own. … Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 26 – Luke 9:18-26: “Confessions and Bearing Crosses”
Is Jesus Who He claimed to be? Is He the Son of God, Messiah, Divine Savior, conqueror of death, hell, and the grave, or not? By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And it happened as He was alone praying that… Read More ›
The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 25 – Luke 9:10-17: “Jesus, the Compassionate Provider”
By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And the apostles, when they had returned, told Him all that they had done. Then He took them and went aside privately into a deserted place belonging to the city called Bethsaida. But when the… Read More ›