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LET THE WALL CRUMBLE
Man has a tendency to put up walls that divide. Sometimes, these walls are physical, like the Wall of Berlin, which separated East and...
Cougan Collins
Mar 213 min read


Are Grace and Law Mutually Exclusive?
Imagine you’re driving down a winding road late at night. The road signs guide you, the painted lines keep you in check, and the law...
Cougan Collins
Mar 124 min read


The Biblical Foundation of the Five Acts of Worship and the Worship Service
The term "act" in Romans 5:18 carries profound significance for understanding worship, as biblical lexicons reveal. Thayer defines it as...
Cougan Collins
Mar 84 min read


Daylight Saving Time: A Global Perspective on Time Changes
Historical Context Figure: A 1918 U.S. poster marking the end of daylight saving time after World War I. It features Uncle Sam shaking...
Cougan Collins
Mar 89 min read


Paul’s First Recorded Sermon: A Message That Divided a People and Revealed God’s Plan
When Paul and Barnabas arrived in Antioch of Pisidia, they stepped into a city full of history and influence. As was their custom, they...
Cougan Collins
Mar 34 min read


New Heavens and New Earth: Transformation, Replacement, or Renewal?
The Bible promises “new heavens and a new earth,” and over the centuries, Christians have wrestled with what this means. Does God...
Cougan Collins
Feb 2817 min read


“The End of the Age” Clearly Refers to the Final Judgment
Have you ever thought about whether “the end of the age” mentioned in the Bible only refers to the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70?...
Cougan Collins
Feb 187 min read


Does It Matter What You Believe?
There is an idea floating about—a warm and fuzzy idea—that says it doesn’t matter what you believe as long as you’re sincere. You’ve...
Cougan Collins
Feb 135 min read


Setting New Goals
In our journey of faith, setting new goals is not just a recommendation; it is essential for our spiritual growth and fulfillment. As we...
Cougan Collins
Jan 233 min read


Understanding Matthew 25:46: Eternal Life and Eternal Punishment
Matthew 25:46 is a powerful verse from the Bible that carries deep meaning. In just one sentence, Jesus reveals important truths about...
Cougan Collins
Jan 216 min read


SIN IS HEAVY
We have all experienced the weight of sin. When we do things that we know are wrong, it can make us feel bad, especially when our sins...
Cougan Collins
Jan 153 min read


BE AN IMITATOR OF CHRIST
A preacher decided to play a game with some young children at a VBS with many adults watching. He told the little kids that he wanted...
Cougan Collins
Dec 19, 20243 min read


The Farmer’s Neighborhood
In a bustling town surrounded by rolling hills, there lived a farmer named Matthew. He wasn’t just any farmer—he was a storyteller who...
Cougan Collins
Dec 10, 20242 min read


The Game of Life: A Lesson Beyond the Board
Have you ever gathered around a table with friends or family to play Milton Bradley’s iconic board game, The Game of Life? It’s one of...
Cougan Collins
Dec 3, 20244 min read


THE POWER OF REPENTANCE
Psalm 32:1 < A Psalm of David. A Contemplation.> Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Whose sin is covered. 2 Blessed is the...
Cougan Collins
Nov 26, 20244 min read


Never Take Life for Granted: A Plea for Faithful Living
Imagine a man walking a tightrope stretched high above the ground. Below him lies a chasm so deep and dark that the bottom is lost from...
Cougan Collins
Nov 16, 20244 min read


The Eternal Value of a Soul
Imagine standing in a marketplace, gazing at everything that people might treasure—money, power, influence, luxury. Then imagine a voice...
Cougan Collins
Nov 11, 20245 min read


The Kingdom of Christ in Acts
Introduction: Understanding the Kingdom Imagine a moment when everything you hoped for is hanging in the balance. Jesus’ apostles found...
Cougan Collins
Oct 26, 20245 min read


Water Baptism in the Book of Acts: Embracing God’s Command for New Life
Introduction: A Journey Through the Waters In the great book of Acts, we see water baptism play a pivotal role in the lives of the early...
Cougan Collins
Oct 26, 20245 min read


The Record of Conversions in Acts: Discovering God's Blueprint for Salvation
Introduction: Two Models of Conversion When it comes to understanding conversion, two models present themselves. First, there’s the...
Cougan Collins
Oct 26, 20245 min read
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