If you were forced to explain the difference between Christianity and every other religion that has ever existed, you could do so in many ways, but also with just one word, “grace.” Grace is God’s gift. Grace is undeserved. Everything good God gives us, including our very salvation, is through Jesus Christ and then given … Read more
Martin Loyd Jones said, “Sanctification proceeds as we are led by the Holy Spirit to draw deductions from the doctrine of justification. Do you long to be holy? Do you long to have victory over sin in your mortal body? How can you do so? First, understand the doctrine. You cannot ‘work out your salvation … Read more
The Bible says we must put ourselves last if we hope to be a servant to all and reflect Christ (Mark 9:35). What that does not mean, however, is that we must “put ourselves down.” Negative self-talk, hatred of self, and putting yourself down are not commands found in the Bible. So what does the … Read more
Welcome to the AGW Core Content Page! This is where you will find all of Mark Ballenger’s books. About the Author: Mark has a master’s degree in pastoral counseling from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary and lives in Cleveland with his wife and two children. His writings have been featured on a variety of popular ministries … Read more