Over the next three days, I get to read Philippians. This is a letter Paul wrote while sitting in a Roman prison, addressed to the believers in Philippi. They had sent one of their own, Epaphroditus, to Rome to visit Paul, bring a gift of support, and encourage him while in prison for preaching the …
Standing Against Evil
Yesterday, my mom sent me a disturbing text about Target. They have announced their new line of clothing in preparation for June, which is designated as “pride” month. This new line caters to the transgender population, and not just adults. It’s also aimed at children. These are not just cute t-shirts splashed with their perversion …
When Life Squeezes You
What’s your attitude toward suffering? Perhaps you’re like me, you don’t really consider any of the various trials or difficulties you’ve experienced as truly suffering, compared to the kinds of things others go through. I’ve never been hungry, or homeless, or truly afraid for my life. I’ve never been to prison, and for the most …
Not Only In Him, But Because Of Him
Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is a favorite. On the one hand, rich, spiritual blessings unfold easily as we read what God has given us in Christ. You can’t take one truth in before another one fills its place, like ripe fruit falling from a tree. This is a good book from which to make …
Does A Christ-Follower Have Two Natures?
Have you ever heard the story about the two dogs fighting within you? There are several accounts of it, so I’m not sure of its exact origin. One version says that the Indian chief, Sitting Bull, was led to faith. When the preacher returned some time later and asked how things were going, he replied, …
The Way Of The Word 