Sin and Its Ineffectual Hold

Posted by anointedplace on October 20, 2014 · 1 Comment 

Genesis 3:6, 11 6 So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate, and she also gave some to her husband who was with … Continue reading →

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The Conquering Love of Christ

Posted by anointedplace on August 21, 2010 · 29 Comments 

Upon close examination there is only one way to explain the dramatic changes and resultant attitudes and motivations of the Jewish rabbi, Saul of Tarsus. He was a conquered man. He was in his own words, “a servant of Christ Jesus . . . and set apart for the gospel of God.” The most powerful, … Continue reading →

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Living by Faith

Posted by anointedplace on June 25, 2010 · 8 Comments 

Habakkuk 2:4 presents two different ways of living in strong contrast.  The way of the wicked is unbelief and defiant disobeying of God’s revelation.  The other is the faith in God and obedience to His Word.  One is submissive to God, and the other is arrogant unbelief.  One says, “I don’t need God.  I can … Continue reading →

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