There is no doubt that there is a humanitarian nightmare unfolding along the Southern border of the United States. Regardless of one's political views, particularly revolving around immigration, one thing is abundantly clear - we have a problem. This post will not even begin to attempt to address the larger issues regarding immigration (legal & … Continue reading Thoughts on the "Border Crisis"
Month: July 2014
Salvation Lost or Just Lost?
I recently heard of a young woman who had grown up "in church" who had made a profession of faith at a relatively young age, was baptized, and had "lived as a Christian" into her adult life. She had recently "decided" that she was now an Atheist. She insists she no longer believes in God … Continue reading Salvation Lost or Just Lost?
Foolin' Yourself (with apologies to Tommy Shaw/Styx)
Heard this song for the first time in quite a while the other day. I should never be surprised at how God can use the mundane as an inspiration! This song is an example. The song, penned by Tommy Shaw, debuted on the Grand Illusion album of 1978, and was a hit for the group Styx.But … Continue reading Foolin' Yourself (with apologies to Tommy Shaw/Styx)
What Do We Cling To?
In checking the church mail at the Post Office this morning, I encountered a gentleman who appeared to me to be 80+ years old and in bad health. His voice sounded like a someone with a serious case of pneumonia, and indeed he was coughing almost constantly. He also had an oxygen bottle "in-tow". He … Continue reading What Do We Cling To?
Contending For Christ 