In today’s world, a common religious conversation goes something like this: “Just accept Christ in your heart and you will be saved.” Some say, “Pray the Sinner’s Prayer and Jesus will come into your heart.” In Romans 10:16, Paul says, “But they have not all obeyed the gospel.” Is there something a person has to do to partake of Christ’s plan of salvation? In John 15:10, … [Read more...] about If We Just “Believe” is that Enough?
Salvation
GOD’S GARDEN!
In the beginning, God created every living creature and plant, and it was all good. He even created a beautiful garden (Genesis 2:8) wherein Adam and Eve lived until sin caused them to be driven out. (Genesis 3:23) God later revealed His plan -- first stated in a promise to Abraham (Genesis 17:8) and later to Moses (Exodus 3:8) … [Read more...] about GOD’S GARDEN!
FAMILY!
This morning I woke up with the song “The Family Of God”* on my mind. And as I took our dog out, drank my coffee, and showered, the song remained with me. But the line of the song which kept coming back to me most was “I’m not worthy to be here, but, praise God, I … [Read more...] about FAMILY!
CAUSE OF STUMBLING!
In Isaiah we read. . . “(14) Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the public squares, and uprightness cannot enter. (15) Truth is lacking, and he who departs from evil makes … [Read more...] about CAUSE OF STUMBLING!
SHORT END!
Sometimes people feel they have gotten the short end of the stick in life. This expression generally refers to someone receiving unfair or unfavorable treatment. Often such is seen as being underserved but sadly the way things went. However, when it comes to our life, do we truly want all we deserve? Should we not rejoice in the reality God has graciously not … [Read more...] about SHORT END!