The Leftovers

Send us Fan Mail Finding balance between legalism and grace is a struggle many Christians face. In Colossians 2:16-23, Paul reminds us that religious practices are merely shadows pointing to Christ, who is the substance. We often fall into legalism because it's easier to follow rules than transform our hearts. Modern examples include spiritual elitism, excessive busyness, and self-denial to earn God's favor. True spiritual growth isn't about behavior modification but character formation—becom...

Send us Fan Mail Paul's teachings in Colossians reveal profound insights about suffering and grace in the Christian life. He demonstrates how suffering can serve a redemptive purpose when endured for Christ's sake, as evidenced by the growth of early Christianity during persecution. Grace is explained as more than divine mercy - it's God's enabling power that equips believers for specific purposes. The mystery of Christ, openly available to all, contains all wisdom and knowledge needed for Ch...

Send us Fan Mail Understanding God's will and our inheritance in Christ centers on three key elements: faith in Jesus, love for all believers, and hope reserved in heaven. True appreciation of grace empowers holy living and demonstrates our daily dependence on God. Walking worthy involves growing in knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual understanding while bearing fruit in good works. Our inheritance includes rescue from darkness, transfer into Christ's kingdom, and the promise of redemption and f...

Send us Fan Mail Palm Sunday marked Jesus' strategic entry into Jerusalem during Passover, riding on a donkey while sacrificial lambs were being brought into the city. The crowds expected a military revolutionary like Judah Maccabee to overthrow Roman rule, but Jesus focused on spiritual transformation instead of political liberation. This disconnect between human expectations and divine purpose continues today, as many seek comfort and prosperity rather than embracing sacrifice and spiritual...