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)
Author: TheLonelyPastor
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?
What Do You Value?
What is most important to you? Is it your job? Your bank account? Maybe most important in your life is your wife/husband, or your children.The Bible is pretty clear about what should be of most value in our lives - and none of the above qualify! No - I am not trying to say that family and making a … Continue reading What Do You Value?
Immorality Destroying the Church
Paul wrote to the Corinthian Church: It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that is not tolerated even among pagans, for a man has his father's wife. And you are arrogant! Ought you not rather to mourn? Let him who has done this be removed from among you.For though absent in body, … Continue reading Immorality Destroying the Church
Ezekiel 16 – Forgetting What We Were…
I just finished studying Ezekiel 16, and I just wanted to share a few thoughts that somewhat overwhelmed me as I was studying and praying through the chapter. You might want to take a moment to read before continuing on this post:Ezekiel 16When we think about the context of Ezekiel's writing - of all that … Continue reading Ezekiel 16 – Forgetting What We Were…
Where You There?
Jesus was preached... ...were you there?The Word of God Proclaimed... ...were you there?God was glorified... … Continue reading Where You There?
Missing In Action
This post is going to reflect my heart - and unfortunately, in large part - my fleshly heart. My heart aches tonight. After what I believe was a great Sunday School lesson that dealt with idols in our lives, a spirit-led message this morning that was an incredible encouragement to me (the preacher!) about the … Continue reading Missing In Action
More Than You Can Bear?
There are several verses of Scripture that are so abused as to make them take on a whole, incorrect life of their own. One such verse is 1 Corinthians 10:13. If I had a dollar for every time I have heard well-intentioned folks (including some preachers!) who have said that this verse means that "God … Continue reading More Than You Can Bear?
A Memorial Day Thank You
We have a handful of holidays we celebrate here in the United States meant to honor those who have given so much for the cause of our Freedom.Today is Memorial Day (originally called "Decoration Day") - a day set aside to remember those of our armed forces who have given their lives for the cause of … Continue reading A Memorial Day Thank You
The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail…But what about Apathy?
Jesus said in Matthew 16:18"I will build my church, and <span class="crossreference" style="font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(C)">the gates of <span class="crossreference" style="font-weight: bold; vertical-align: top;" value="(D)">hell shall not prevail against it."But what exactly did Jesus mean by that? The common interpretation is that the church that Jesus built in His earthly ministry would not succumb to Satan's attacks - … Continue reading The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail…But what about Apathy?
Contending For Christ 