God and The Question of Randomness
by John Holmes on November 5th, 2025
Is Anything Really Random If God Is in Charge?I’ve had people recently ask me questions along the lines of: “Science says some things are random — like particles, mutations, or even which car wreck I get into. So… does God really control everything?” That’s an honest question. But, at the end of the day, this isn’t just a science question. It’s a God questio... Read More
The Rapture
by John Holmes on October 1st, 2025
The Rapture, according to Scripture, is the future event when Jesus Christ will return, and believers—both those who have died in Him and those still living—will be suddenly and gloriously caught up to meet Him in the air. Read More
When Evil Breaks Our Hearts
by John Holmes on September 17th, 2025
There are moments when the world seems to stop — moments when news breaks that shakes us to the core. The assassination of Charlie Kirk this past week has been one of those moments. Read More
“God Told Me…” — The Danger of Claiming New Revelation
by John Holmes on August 5th, 2025
It has become increasingly common in Christian circles to hear phrases like:
“God told me…”
“I was having coffee with God the other morning, and He said…”
“The Lord gave me a word for you…” Read More
What Is the Unpardonable Sin? Understanding Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit
by John Holmes on July 8th, 2025
Of all the things Jesus said, few have caused more confusion—or fear—than His warning about the unpardonable sin. What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? Have I committed it? Is it still possible today? Let’s explore these questions by digging into the context, the warning, and the gospel hope Jesus offers. Read More
Hold Nothing Back: Teaching God's Truth to Our Children
by John Holmes on June 10th, 2025
One of the greatest privileges—and responsibilities—Christian parents and churches have is to teach God’s truth to the next generation. Yet in a distracted, fast-paced world, it’s easy to drift toward holding back portions of Scripture that feel too difficult, too heavy, too harsh, or too old-fashioned. But God’s Word gives a clear charge: do not hide it—declare it.
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Can a Christian Be Possessed? The Truth About Oppression and Ownership
by John Holmes on April 22nd, 2025
"The devil made me do it.”
Maybe you’ve heard it. Maybe you’ve thought it. Maybe, in a moment of fear or darkness, you even asked:
Can a Christian be possessed by a demon?
It's a sobering question—and a common one in today’s world, where spiritual battles are often just beneath the surface. Read More
Why ungodly emotions should not be merely "managed?"
by John Holmes on April 8th, 2025
Ungodly emotions should not merely be managed because Scripture calls believers to a far deeper work—the transformation of the heart through sanctification, not just behavior modification. Read More
Fear, Faithfulness, and Gideon: A Biblical Perspective
by John Holmes on March 24th, 2025
One of the most well-known and influential stories in the Old Testament is the story of Gideon in Judges 6-7. Gideon was an unlikely, fearful man whom God called to lead Israel against the Midianites, a powerful enemy that had been oppressing Israel for years. At first, Gideon was paralyzed by fear—he doubted himself, he doubted God, and he constantly looked for signs and reassurance before taking action (and this was not a good thing; see my earlier blog on Not Putting Out Your Fleece). Yet, through God’s guidance, Gideon moved from fear to faith—not because of his own strength, but because he learned to trust in God’s power and obey despite his fears. Read More
Are There Modern Day Apostles?
by John Holmes on February 24th, 2025
So, on more than one occasion, I've heard someone claim to be a “modern-day apostle…” But can that person be true a biblical apostle? No, They can’t be. Not by biblical standards, anyway. To answer this more fully, I want to briefly take a moment and explain some of the biblical criteria for an apostle and then give you an example of a problematic 'apostolic' movement that has gained popularity today. Read More
Should All Christians Evangelize?
by John Holmes on February 10th, 2025
Church members sometimes think of evangelism as, "Pastor, I'll catch 'em (i.e. bring them to church); you fry them..." Read More
A Book to Read: The Doctrine of Repentance
by John Holmes on January 27th, 2025
Known for directness, Puritan pastor Thomas Watson seeks to win men’s understanding. Warning against the seriousness of sin and the dangers of superficial repentance and complacency in the Christian life, Watson reminds us of Scripture's clarion call that believers should live a Holy Life with a timeless message: "Repentance is never out of season," even if the world claims otherwise. Read More
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