For what do we have an appetite? Are there some things we just cannot stomach? Are there some things for which we hope to never develop a taste? Many in this world eat up and digest that which is unwholesome and unhealthy for life. In some ways the world has become skilled in taking what is rotten and mixing in enough goodness to … [Read more...] about OUR APPETITE!
Salvation
GUESS OR QUEST?
I remember the “multiple choice” test questions in school. Rather than just a question to be answered or a fill-in-the-blank statement, the choices presented helped jog the memory as to what was most likely. However, if the particular fact was not remembered, there were generally at least 4 options from which to choose with … [Read more...] about GUESS OR QUEST?
GENUINE FAITH! (Part 2 of 3)
We noted yesterday how someone has defined genuine faith as being “assuring, insuring, and enduring.” Is that what our faith has come to mean to us? Considering the second of these three today, are we experiencing the insurance of … [Read more...] about GENUINE FAITH! (Part 2 of 3)
GO FORWARD!
Feeling fenced in. Up against a brick wall. Nowhere to turn. Each of these denotes being in a situation where difficulties or obstacles seem insurmountable. However, when it comes to pressing on in life while seeking God’s direction, let us remember how His power has been shown to provide a way despite the obstacles … [Read more...] about GO FORWARD!
USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 2 of 4)
As noted yesterday, when we are used, abused, and accused, it is generally not a pleasant experience. Still, when we do find ourselves experiencing such in this world, lifting the focus from merely ourselves to how even through those moments God can be glorified, let us press on with that purpose in … [Read more...] about USED, ABUSED, AND ACCUSED! (Part 2 of 4)