Kevin Graham, Christian Author
We who know what it is to fear the Lord, do what we can to persuade others...For Christ's love compels us (2 Cor 5:11).
Tag Archives: Gospel
Understanding God-talk
Have you ever wondered why God talks the way he does? So often, in Scripture, his words are shrouded in mystery, or stated in very curious ways. When people had the opportunity to ask him questions, his answers typically were … Continue reading
Posted in Approaching Scripture, Christian Gospel
Tagged bible, Christian, doctrines, Gospel, grace, interpretation, Scripture, theology, truth, Word
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Every Sin Forgiven, Except
There are dramatic reasons for eye shadow. Whether applied by a stage actor, or an adolescent looking for attention, or even by a prostitute, there is something well known about carefully applied eye shadow: it draws greater attention from others … Continue reading
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Tagged blaspheme, blasphemy, Christianity, forgiveness, Gospel, grace, identity, Jesus, Lord God, salvation, shadows
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The + – + Method
One of the most difficult tasks of any Bible teacher, pastor, or missionary is to speak truth to broken people. We all are a work-in-progress, which makes teaching extremely challenging. On one hand, faithful leaders are overwhelmed with the desire … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, encouragement, Gospel, interpretation, salvation, Scripture
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Deceived by Second Chances
We’ve often heard it said: “God is a God of second chances”. For those who have stumbled in life, they find great comfort in the idea that God allows a person the opportunity to hit the reset button and start … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, foregiveness, Gospel, grace, second chances
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Dramatic Obscurity–When Law Collides with Grace
The most dramatic revelations often arrive in the most subtle packages. Those who are sensitive to the “still small voice” are capable of recognizing the enormous significance, while most just drift on by. The Savior of humanity came in shocking … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, faith, Gospel, grace, law
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When Scripture Speaks of the Gospel
Have you ever wondered why the Bible seems to present the gospel through a blender? Within Scripture, Jesus’ singular gospel is presented from several different angles. At times, the gospel is addressed by considering the eternal plan and will of … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, Gospel
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Be a Brother, my brother
There are many ways that cultures identify connectedness, but few analogies are more universal or personal than speaking of family. The singular reference that joins as family, while avoiding added implications of authority, is that of calling a person a … Continue reading
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Tagged brother, Christian, Christianity, connected, Gospel, name
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Intentional Out-Thinking
In a world and body dominated by self, it is an oddity to think of others. Selfishness is the pampered pet of every person. To be Christian is to think of others more highly than ourselves, and that ain’t natural! … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Christianity, cross, crucified, Easter, Gospel, self, selfish, selfless, thinking
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Setting Your Anchor on the Gospel (3 of 3)
The boy and his best friend could track everything, but one wily coon always seemed to stay one trick ahead. An old-timer suggested he try the Shiny Trick. Along a known racoon trail, the boy drilled a hole in a … Continue reading
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Tagged anchor, belief, Calvin, Christian, Christianity, church, deception, denomination, doctrine, false teaching, foundation, Gospel, interpretation, Luther, Pope, Scripture, truth
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Setting Your Anchor on the Gospel (2 of 3)
The gnarly old salt rowed his boat up onto the deserted island, grabbed the bow rope and anchor stick, found a favorable spot, tapped the stick home, and tied his boat up with plans to explore the shoreline. As soon … Continue reading
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Tagged anchor, apostle, beginning, beliefs, bible, boat, Christian, Christianity, doctrine, foundation, Gospel, original, Scripture, theology, truth
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