While guilt before God abounds, we rationalize how God should treat us based on our good behavior. Particularly when compared to other people around us who we think don’t measure up. ◊ Why do Christians always have so much guilt?… Read More ›
Evidence
The Guilt in ROMANS 2
With his great legal mind, Paul is developing a brilliant case against those of obvious guilt, as well as those who may think they rise above it. ◊ After reading the latter half of Romans Chapter 1, there’s a strong… Read More ›
Viewpoints on ROMANS 1
Romans Chapter 1 is about a nebulous thing called faith. Then it gets very practical – too practical for some as it talks about sex. ◊ It’s clear in Romans Chapter 1 that Jesus is real and that Paul is… Read More ›
The Need in ROMANS 1
To some, the 1st chapter of Romans is controversial for its clear commentary on homosexuality. What’s also clear is a view of the deity of Jesus and an understanding of the surprising way God looks at our sin. ◊ Even… Read More ›
Best of Christmas STORIES
Take the time to rest and read a short Christmas story that stirs and warms your heart. Then share these with a child or friend. Merry Christmas! ◊ I’ve always loved reading short stories that tugged at my heart. During the… Read More ›
MORE Best of Christmas QUESTIONS
It’s a good thing to keep asking questions and seeking answers. Here are 4 more good Christmas questions and answers that go deeper than the standard popular seasonal stories. ◊ Again, over the past 10 years I’ve written and posted many… Read More ›
Best of Christmas QUESTIONS
During the Christmas season people raise up good questions that warrant good answers. Here are 4 good Christmas questions and answers. ◊ Throughout our lifetime, we’ve all had questions about Christmas. When we’re young the questions are about Santa Claus and… Read More ›
The Thinker
Who thinks and asks the timeless questions that beg for answers already given? Actually, we all do. Are you settled in your thinking or still wrestle with questions in your own mind? ◊ The Question: I asked a Thinker the… Read More ›
The Question of Jesus
We all need to face the Jesus Question: Was Jesus God or simply a good man? The answer should dictate how one approaches the rest of their life. Why doesn’t it? ◊ Wouldn’t it be easier if Jesus was just a… Read More ›
A First Class Bible Conversation
A discussion turns to religion and someone states their viewpoint about God, the Bible, Jesus, or religion in general. Their thinking is very different from yours. How do you respond? How about at 36,000 feet? ◊ I recall a cross-country… Read More ›
The Last King
Who was the last King of Israel? He reigned and died during Daniel’s lifetime. It’s helpful to understand these events that bring credibility to the historic truth of the Bible. ◊ I was taught long ago to learn and remember… Read More ›
The Happy Atheist
This atheist always thought Christians were foolish, deluded, and even evil. One day she met a friend who talked about God in a way she’d never heard before. ◊ I heard a young atheist share her story. She was quite… Read More ›