Violence & Faith

Violence & Faith

 “Strike a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.” Proverbs 19:25    “Condemnation is ready for the scoffers, and beating for the backs of fools.” Proverbs 19:29 The fact of sin in the world means that...
Love & Doctrine

Love & Doctrine

  “I’m speaking the truth in Christ – I’m not lying; my conscience bears me witness in the Holy Spirit…” Romans 9:1 Paul opens the chapter with an oath. He’s aware of Jesus (Matthew 5:33-37) saying that no oath is ever to be taken lightly. And, of...

Russia & War

“Moreover, by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.”  Psalm 19:11 Russia has just now started what appears to be an all-out invasion of their neighbor, Ukraine.  A few pertinent things to note for Christians. First, our King...
The Cure to Fear and Weak Faith

The Cure to Fear and Weak Faith

 “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. For creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God…Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not...
Abba! Father!

Abba! Father!

 “For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”  Romans 8:15 On what basis does the Christian call God, “Abba”? Isn’t God the Father of us all? Isn’t this what the...