Let’s see a show of hands. How many of us were warned against certain behaviors or decisions but made a conscious choice to ignore the good counsel of others and do it anyway? Since we all share human DNA, my guess is that everyone could raise their hand. Why is this? What is it about …
Tag: Truth
Discernment {Wheat vs. Tares}
Recently a friend sent me a link to one of Jan Markell’s radio broadcasts. It was an interview with Pastor Cary Gordon about a movie he had produced entitled, “Enemies Within the Church.” I watched the link (part is actual video clips and part is just audio of the actual interview), and I’ve also ordered …
Socially Accepted Child Abuse?
Today’s read covered Mark 8-14. I could talk about so many things in these chapters. Jesus’ teaching contains so much wisdom for us that is relevant and fresh; He speaks directly into our culture. In Mark 9:36-37,42 and 10:13-16, Jesus talks about children. He goes out of His way to make it clear that children …
We Need To See
Genesis 27 tells a story of intrigue and deception. Jacob and Esau are twins, sons of Isaac and Rebekah. Esau, as the firstborn, by tradition should inherit both the birthright and the blessing. Unfortunately, years ago, he had traded away his birthright to Jacob for a bowl of stew. Now his father is dying, and …
Why Can’t You See It?
Does it frustrate you when you try to explain a spiritual truth to someone, but they just can’t “see” it? I think it’s so interesting we use the concept of “sight” when we’re discussing the process of understanding. I’ve been called “blind” a few times over the last year, and to be fully transparent, I’ve …
The Way Of The Word 