I found myself a bit overwhelmed this evening when I stopped a moment and considered something...While Christians around the world, and especially in Iraq, Syria, and several other areas are having their heads cut off, being crucified, seeing family members (including young children) murdered before their eyes, and otherwise being so heavily and violently persecuted … Continue reading Sad Reflections
Thoughts on the "Border Crisis"
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"
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?
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
Contending For Christ 