In Romans 12:1, the Apostle Paul cuts to the very heart of the Gospel when he challenges believers to become “living sacrifices.” But Paul is not merely being coy with his words here—he is being serious . . . as serious as Jesus was when He said that “whoever wishes to save his life must lose it.” For a post-modern church whose message has become so muted by the political correctness and religious ecumenism of our culture, here is the Gospel in all of its grit and glory. Here is Christianity . . . uncensored.
Scandals abound in a drama cast in the ancient Persian Empire. In the midst of political intrigue and betrayal, a beautiful orphan girl suddenly becomes the leading character, as God’s providence rescues His people from certain death. At first glance, Esther is the heroine and Mordecai the master manipulator. Take a closer look, however, and you’ll discover that behind the scenes, God is pulling the strings as His sovereign providence unfolds.