Like me, you’ve probably heard it often said among Christians that God cannot allow sin in His presence. I’m not so sure that’s right, for there are several bits of knowledge from the Bible that make me go “Hmmm, I … Continue reading
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During the course of John 7: 2-5, Jesus’ brothers tauntingly encourages Him to go with them to the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles in Judea. Verse 1 states that Jesus was publicly avoiding Judea because the Jewish leaders were trying to … Continue reading
In my last posting – Pig Food – I talked about Christians unable to see sin for what it is due to deception. The focus was on their unhealthy appetite for so-called harmless entertainment. In this posting, I lay part … Continue reading
In the story of the prodigal son (Luke 15: 11-32); the son, having left his father to venture into the pleasures of the world, finally came to his senses and returned to his father and family. The thing that awakened … Continue reading
This plea to God by guest writer Mark Doyle is a familiar one, or should be, in the heart of every Christian. There is Nothing Beyond Your Reach by Mark Doyle There is nothing beyond your … Continue reading
When Adam sinned, perfect creation was altered by the power of sin (Romans 8: 20). Consequently, the ground grew thorns; pain became part of the fabric of life; and death entered reality. The world became cursed. As such, the animals … Continue reading
We Christians believe the claim that the Bible was written by men guided by God’s inspiration. It is God’s participation that makes the result infallible. Scripture itself tells us so… All Scripture is inspired by God, and is profitable for … Continue reading
Imagine you – not a thing but a divine person – bringing into existence a cosmos that will eventually be perfectly free of wrong-doing, disease and death; and within that cosmos a race of beings – humanity – that will … Continue reading
Recently, the first draft of the Book of Genesis was discovered. It begins: “In the beginning the world was without form, and was void. And God said, ‘Let there be light.’ And God separated the light from the dark. And … Continue reading
If you’re a Christian who is feeling hurt right now for whatever reason, please remember that just such a situation is an occasion for the enemy to make a move against you. Satan and his minions will seek to gain … Continue reading
For God’s people, it can be expected that a wilderness experience will occur at some time or times. A wilderness experience is a trying period of spiritual and/or emotional emptiness and loneliness that can also consist of financial and physical … Continue reading
Before getting to the prayer of faith, I feel that I need to address the obstacle that prevents prayer from reaching God’s ear. That would be unconfessed sin. Sinning, of course, takes many forms. Probably, the most common form is … Continue reading
The answer to the title-question is “yes.” When sin entered Lucifer and later humanity, its corrosive nature went to work. Its influence caused earthly life to begin a process of decay. What was made good fell into distortion. Distortion produced … Continue reading
When I was a newborn in Christ, a spiritual brother told me what it would be like the closer I got to the Lord. He said it’s like going into a night club all decked out in your finest clothes. … Continue reading
I was recently going through some old note cards. On one of them I had written – I think from a book I read. I don’t remember – seven areas in which intercessory prayer can be applied on behalf of … Continue reading
Upon reaching the golden shore, stormy weather becomes a thing of the past; so my guest encourages us to continue the journey. Sail On, O Christian Comrade by Margaret Cagle Sail on, O Christian comrade true. Sail on … Continue reading
In the name of our Lord Jesus, when you are assembled, and I with you in spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus, I have decided to deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of his flesh, … Continue reading
During one of His teaching sessions, Jesus delivered an instruction that was hard to understand. Some of those who heard it said so. “This is a difficult statement. Who can listen to it?” John 6: 60 Jesus’ statement was, “I … Continue reading
Marriage is a God-given ordinance. Therefore, God knows the true definition of marriage. He defines the relationship as between a man and woman. In God’s Word, when husbands are spoken to about their wives, wives are referred to as “she” … Continue reading
Many times I’ve heard preachers preach about the number 7. Though they were of differing denominations, they all agreed that when cited in the Bible, the number is of divine importance. Oftentimes, to illustrate the number’s significance, the preachers mention … Continue reading
Suppose we adopted the attitude that it is amazing to always have something to eat; simply incredible that we always have something to wear; and mind-blowing to have a roof over our heads. If we lived in that attitude of … Continue reading