Narrow. Intolerant. Exclusive, not at all inclusive. Misogynist. A 1950s white family religion. Not nearly woke enough for the modern mindset. These are some of the criticisms of Christianity. Yet the Bible paints a very different picture. Acts 10:25 As Peter entered the house, Cornelius met him and fell at his feet in reverence. 26 […]
Being told your descendants would have an inheritance might seem really odd to a very old and very childless man. As we focus on living between the City of Man and the City of God during Lent 2021, maintaining peace in God’s promises in the absence of God’s clear action is pretty hard to do. […]
Genesis 50:22 Joseph stayed in Egypt, along with all his father’s family. He lived a hundred and ten years 23 and saw the third generation of Ephraim’s children. Also the children of Makir son of Manasseh were placed at birth on Joseph’s knees. 24 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “I am about to die. […]
People sometimes can’t figure out what to do with grace. Whether it’s disbelief or a suspicion that there’s an unconsidered angle or pride that will not let them accept it, or a stubborn persistence in attempting to earn it, there’s an odd tendency to manipulate that which is undeniably a gift of God. Joseph’s brothers […]
This year’s Lent Devotional Series “But God…” resumes tomorrow after today’s Sabbath rest to meditate and worship. Today’s meditation focus:His awesome wisdom and might. Job 38:1 Then the LORD spoke to Job out of the storm. He said: 2 “Who is this that obscures my plans with words without knowledge? 3 Brace yourself like a man; I […]
When God sets an order that bucks with tradition, what do we do? Think He made a mistake? Think the traditions are not applicable anymore? Question His goodness or faithfulness? It may sound odd, But God is reliable, not predictable. Genesis 48:17 When Joseph saw his father placing his right hand on Ephraim’s head he […]
God created and finished. From there, God builds. How does He do that? Through beams and nails for Christ, through times of testing for us, and for all of us, adhering to the plan from our Creator and architect. Hebrews 3:1 Therefore, holy brothers and sisters, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts […]
As long as I’m hitting cultural hot-buttons and asking us to see God’s wisdom and abandon Victim-Think, God would have us acknowledge that His view of this world is 180 degrees from our own. Victims in reality are blessed. Those who are weak are strong. Those who are insulted are honored. Those who are persecuted […]
It’s a strange double-sided world we live in. On one hand, Americans seem to thrive on condescension. Looking down on each other for their intellect, their morals, their beliefs, and their status. On the other hand, Americans seem mighty eager to proclaim themselves victims. Victims of “toxic masculinity.” Victims of “systemic racism”. Victims of “economic […]
Some Scripture is crystal clear. Luke 16:13 “No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.” 14 The Pharisees, who loved money, heard all this and were sneering at […]
