As Christians and children of light, we are to walk in the light bearing the fruit of goodness, light, and truth. When we see “even expose them” we might be prone to think that we have to run to dark places and call them out and sometimes that may be the case, but think about […]
My heart breaks for God’s church this morning. As I read through this list, I was reminded of story after story I’ve heard on the news confirming all these truths of misdirected affections of our times. My mind attempted to remind me that those who don’t know God would not be desiring holiness. Deep […]
There is no doubt that our situation can overwhelm us. It can cause our emotions to spiral to a place of anger, frustration, hopelessness, and despair. We can feel ourselves sinking in the water instead of being on top with Jesus. It is in these times that we don’t “feel” God is present or caring. […]
As I get older I see a desire growing in me to live the simple life. I believe our verse today does an amazing job of summing up what that looks like. It begins with a God-dependent walk in the truth. Few thing make life more complicated and stressful than lies. Once one is […]
What a powerful verse! 3 things slammed into my brain this morning on when I read this. 1. Lovingkindness 2. Truth 3. Fear (the good kind) Hebrews 9:22b tells us “…without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness”. This passage clearly states that lovingkindness and truth are necessary for the atonement of our iniquity. […]
John Chapter 1 contains so many theological treasures that help us to know Him! Here are just a few: Verse 1:1 – Jesus is the Word – Jesus is eternal – Jesus is God (supports trinity) Verse 1:3 – All things were created through Jesus Verse 1:12 – Jesus gave the right to become children […]
It’s been a rough couple of days mentally and physically. Sick children, lack of sleep, car troubles, teenage attitudes, etc. people sometimes ask, “How do you do it?” And my normal response “sometimes not very well”. In all seriousness though, I strive to remember that the most important battle in life was already won. I […]
What do we do when the internal and external battles we face are overwhelming? We cry out to the one who is sovereign over all of it. For it is He who has the power to help us endure or change our circumstances. God is forever teaching us that we need not be overwhelmed […]
Have you ever read all of Psalm 119? I memorized close to 1/3 of it once. To me it’s an amazing picture of a relationship with a righteous and holy God. When He reveals Himself to us, we are overwhelmed by His lovingkindness. We are revived by His Word. Delight fills our heart […]
How blessed are we to live in the time period post cross and resurrection? God has revealed His salvation to us clearly through His word, Jesus Christ. We know the truth that Jesus became sin on our behalf that we might become the righteousness of God. This news is not only good news […]