Author: John Van Gelderen

Boldness vs. Brashness

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Sep 28, 2022 | Evangelism, Holy Spirit

In a context of highlighting the ministry of the Spirit, Paul makes a connection to boldness. He...

Sectarian Carnality

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Sep 21, 2022 | Practical Topics

When I was a child, I remember hearing my dad preach against being a carnal Christian. I was...

Assurance of Salvation — Dispelling Doubts with Infallible Truth

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Sep 6, 2022 | Practical Topics, Salvation

Lack of assurance is a big deal. When clouds of doubt block the sunshine of our assurance of...

№ 153 – The Spirit and Jesus

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Aug 30, 2022 | Q&A

Q. Regarding 1 John 4: 2-3,”By this you know the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesses...

№ 152 – Abiding and the Glory of God

Posted by John Van Gelderen | Aug 24, 2022 | Q&A

Q. It is often quoted that the chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. John 15:8...

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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.