Teaching the liberating truth of the New Creation in Christ

"Behold, I have heard that there is corn in Egypt" (Genesis 42:2 KJV). The phrase "You can plant it and reap it, or pop it and eat it" is probably one of those catchy phrases that preachers use to keep their messages in our memories. It is attributed to Dr. D.V. Hurst, president emeritus at Northwest University, an Assemblies of God institution.

The choice is reproduction or sustenance; giving or consuming. Two Bible illustrations immediately come to mind. One is in the Psalms and the other in Paul's letters. Both are worth spending a few thoughtful moments of consideration. Read More » |Leave a comment

You know all what the Letter to the Galatians is about, and you know the two prominent words — Liberty — "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage" (Galatians 4:1 KJV) — and Sonship. Not servanthood, nor slavery, but sonship; the liberty of sons. They are the two great words of that Letter, but what are the grave bands there in Galatia? They are the grave bands of tradition, of legalism, and all such things. You know, dear friends, it is very easy to get tied up with these grave clothes! Read More » |Leave a comment