Though changed in Christ, we often live as if we were not, as our focus, desires, and ambitions have not changed. Physically we are no different, for we still wear flesh and breathe earthly air. Yet, we are totally changed, having been born again, indwelt by the Holy Spirit, and made God’s children. It... Continue Reading →
My sheep hear my voice
John 10.22-38 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me, I give them eternal life and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch... Continue Reading →
Genesis 1.1-31
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1.1). This is foundational to the Christian faith; this is the physical beginning of all we know. The worlds were not formed by some mystical happening; they were not made by a gathering of gods; they were not generated by an unexplainable explosive... Continue Reading →
Election 2024
Tomorrow is election day in the United States. Votes will be cast, and a new president will be selected by the people. We pray for wisdom in voting in a manner which pleases the Lord; we pray for a particular candidate to be victorious and hope the election outcome fits our desires; we pray for... Continue Reading →
Matthew 6.1-15
Prayer is a great privilege; it is communing with a Holy God, in harmony with His Holy Word, concerning a holy subject, and deepening a holy relationship for a holy purpose. Yet, it is often a great struggle. We can resist praying, wondering of its effectiveness; our mind can wander, think wrong thoughts, and... Continue Reading →