Finding Truth in God's Word
We live in a society that is constantly reminding us that we are not enough. We are not attractive enough... rich enough... popular enough... smart enough... successful enough... the list goes on. Various media show us glimpses of other people's lives. The illusion that they have it all only serves to reinforce our insecurities. We... Continue Reading →
We are all too familiar with deception in the world today. Opportunists prey on the vulnerable and are always looking for their next target. Because of phishing scams we have learned to be cautious of phone calls, text messages, and emails. We even have to be wary when the message appears to be from a... Continue Reading →
Have you ever noticed the number of references the Bible makes to gardens, seeds, pruning, bearing fruit, and harvesting? These references served to translate a spiritual truth into more understandable terms for people. Today, however, most of us get our produce from the store and understand little about what it takes for it to grow.... Continue Reading →
There seems to be some confusion about the nature of Christianity. Through the death and resurrection of Christ we are given the opportunity for a new life. This is an unmerited act of grace, meaning Jesus offers us a gift we could never deserve. When we accept this gift our lives should be transformed and... Continue Reading →
This Lenten season I have been reminded of God's enduring patience. Many people associate God with vengeance and wrath throughout the Old Testament. While it's true that God exercises vengeance for disobedience, it is never without warning. In fact, many times generations elapsed as God patiently waited and gave many opportunities to repent. To repent... Continue Reading →