Abraham: “a friend of God”! What made him so? What was the character of Abraham that should allow for such a marvelous designation? Let us begin by considering the characteristic of Abraham noted by James when he referred to Abraham as God’s friend. … [Read more...] about BEING HIS FRIEND! (Part 2 of 5)
Belief
HEAVENLY WISDOM! (Part 1 of 9)
There are some who claim to accept all beliefs equally. However, many of those individuals seem quick to dismiss the authority of God’s Word. Even in the pooling of all the wisdom “of the world” shouldn’t it readily be seen that it can’t all fit together, but that there is great conflict between varying world views? … [Read more...] about HEAVENLY WISDOM! (Part 1 of 9)
GOOD NEWS EXPLAINED!
What is does not have to be explained to be accepted. What is, can stand on its own whether it can be fully described or not. To the Greek mind that struggled with concepts of the supernatural, Paul dealt at length with the validity of the resurrection of the Lord and how that is the basis of the hope of our own. (1 Corinthians 15) That reality is key to our faith … [Read more...] about GOOD NEWS EXPLAINED!
PERCEPTION AND PERSPECTIVE!
How is it that two people can witness the same thing and describe it differently? Often it has to do with the vantage point from which the scene is viewed or due to a limitation of seeing the whole scene. Because of this, perceptions can be wrong. It has been said, “The … [Read more...] about PERCEPTION AND PERSPECTIVE!
AT THE RIGHT TIME!
People have their own ideas regarding proper timing in helping others. Some would say, “Just as soon as they get their act together, I’ll help them out.” or “When they are willing to acknowledge I have something to offer, then I’ll join in to assist.” When one is not acknowledged or feels they have been snubbed, it is easy … [Read more...] about AT THE RIGHT TIME!