Author: John Van Gelderen

Abiding in Christ

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Feb 1, 2022 | Dependence

In John 15:4-5, Jesus says, “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself,...

Understanding Repentance and Faith

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Jan 26, 2022 | Faith, Practical Topics, Salvation

Recently, someone asked me a series of questions regarding the supposed salvation of a friend....

The Witness of the Spirit

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Jan 19, 2022 | Holy Spirit, Salvation

There was a time when a young girl doubting her salvation unburdened her heart to me. Together we...

Walk by Faith, Grow in Grace

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Jan 12, 2022 | Faith, Grace

Believers are challenged to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus...

New Beginnings

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Jan 4, 2022 | Holiday Season

A new year. New years often impress upon us the possibility of a new beginning. You may identify a...

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I write on the Spirit-filled Life (experiencing Jesus personally), revival and awakening (experiencing Jesus corporately), the Holy Spirit (the agent who manifests the life of Jesus), and faith (the access to the life of Jesus). In addition I may occasionally address related matters along with highlighting relevant resources.