Aug 28, 2013 | Christian Living, The Bible
Today when we say “promises of God,” we usually mean something devotional that applies in our own lives and churches. We oftentimes use the phrase abstractly to mean something like, “God is good, God is faithful, and if anything goes bad, don’t worry, he’ll take care...
Jun 10, 2013 | Christian Living, Romans, Theology
In Romans 5, Paul explains that, while we have an established peace with God, tribulations will come. What’s more, we are to rejoice in these tribulations. How can this be? Read my previous blog about this topic. We have the Holy Spirit. Paul taught that our hope is...
Jun 5, 2013 | Christian Living, Romans, Theology
Christians face trouble and conflict. Christianity can’t solve all your problems in this life. In fact, some conflicts may even be intensified if you are a believer. There are certain circles and places in life where faithfulness and integrity are not appreciated. You...
May 30, 2013 | Christian Living, Family, Psalms, The Bible
Years ago, when I first started preaching, my mother came to hear me preach. She was notorious in our family for falling asleep in church, so I was proud when she didn’t fall asleep during my sermons. And then one day, it happened. I could see her from the pulpit, and...
Apr 22, 2013 | Christian Living, The Bible, Theology
I have to ask myself sometimes what grips me. What focuses my attention? What do I pay attention to? My answer may be a list of some good things. On the other hand, it’s entirely possible for each of us to be addicted to—or gripped by—things that we ought to...
