Matt is the Lead Pastor of Wellspring Church in Madison, Mississippi.
The Christian view of cremation varies, with different denominations and traditions offering a range of perspectives. Historically, burial has been the preferred practice within Christianity, but in recent years, cremation has become more accepted...
The Bible speaks extensively about Jesus possessing wisdom, both in His human experience and in His divine nature. Jesus is portrayed as the embodiment of divine wisdom, with wisdom being a key aspect of His identity, teachings, and mission. Here’s...
A wonderful friend of mine recently shared with me an article that predicts that modern Israel’s destruction of Iran’s nuclear capabilities is the fulfillment of Jeremiah 49:35–36 and may trigger the War of Gog and Magog. This sort of...
The Old Testament (OT) is often misunderstood or disregarded by some Christians, who may see it as less relevant than the New Testament (NT). However, the OT holds enduring authority as the Word of God for Christians. Its authority is rooted in its...
Text: Romans 9–11 Are all Jews saved? In this sermon, we dive into one of the most profound and challenging portions of the Apostle Paul’s writings—Romans chapters 9 through 11. Paul wrestles with a question that cuts to the heart of Israel’s...
In Revelation 6:1–8, the Apostle John describes a vision of the Lamb (Christ) opening the first four of seven seals on a scroll, unleashing what are commonly known as the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Each horse and rider symbolize different...
Romans 8:12–17 So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led...
The Holy Spirit is Essential to Conversion and the Christian Life Romans 8 is the climax of Paul’s theology of what it means to be saved (i.e., soteriology). Romans 8 is also the famous “Holy Spirit” passage. This means that the Holy Spirit in...
Introduction:IF you’re a Christian, your past doesn’t define you, Jesus does. Romans 8:1-11, known as the “inner sanctuary of the cathedral of faith” is a definitive declaration on the freedom that Christians have in Christ, the new life...
Romans 6 (among many other passages) plainly teaches that the goal of Jesus’s healing work breaks the power of sin. The Holy Spirit’s work is able to heal the deepest wounds in our lives. Often times (especially in Western, Protestant...
