. . . since what may be known about God is plain to them, because God has made it plain to them. For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities--his eternal power and divine nature--have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse. Romans 12:19-20 This past … Continue reading The Beauty of God’s Creation – Part I
Gardening is Painful
I also have a brown thumb so I can really relate, both as a non-gardener but also for the spiritual application. God prunes us for our benefit even when it doesn't feel like it. Usually I don't realize how I've grown through the process until much later. Thanks, Dayle.
Selfish ambition?
Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Philippians 2:3 Okay, I have trouble with this one. Like probably most other people on the planet, my first instinct is to put myself first. I am competitive. I like to achieve things and win awards. But as I … Continue reading Selfish ambition?
On Wings Like Eagles
. . . but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31 When I was little, my sister and I used to run to the local mom-and-pop grocery store, a block … Continue reading On Wings Like Eagles
And God gave gifts . . .
There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but the same God works all of them in all men. Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 I cannot sing … Continue reading And God gave gifts . . .
We must obey God . . .
Did you hear about the fracas over a college assignment in Florida? In a course on intercultural communication, a professor at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida, required students to write "Jesus" on a piece of paper, place it on the floor and step on it. One student refused and suffered the consequences. Here … Continue reading We must obey God . . .
He is Risen Indeed!
Today our pastor gave the tradition greeting for Resurrection Day -- "He is risen!", to which the congregation responded "He is risen indeed!" Why give such a declaration? Because it is true. This event, the resurrection of Jesus, is the pivotal event, not only of Christianity, but for all of history. On the previous Friday, … Continue reading He is Risen Indeed!
Why is this day called “Good Friday”?
For years the name of this holiday did not make sense to me. For one thing, why celebrate the death of Jesus? This event was not some pleasant, pastel Easter play, but the real deal. Jesus was tortured, nailed to a tree and died, for heaven's sake! And yes, it was for heaven's sake, as … Continue reading Why is this day called “Good Friday”?
Responses to Counter-Arguments Against the Resurrection
The following are some of the arguments against His resurrection, along with the responses to show that these counter-arguments are unfounded: The Swoon Theory: Jesus only swooned at the crucifixion. However, the evidence as presented in yesterday's post demonstrates He actually died. In addition, if He had survived such torture, He would hardly have appeared … Continue reading Responses to Counter-Arguments Against the Resurrection
Jesus rose physically from the grave
Have you ever heard anyone say, "Well, I think Jesus rose from the dead spiritually, but his body didn't really come back to life. The Bible is just using figurative language to describe his spirit going to God after his death." But if you read the various accounts, the testimony is very clear -- … Continue reading Jesus rose physically from the grave
Lines from Lynn 