We live in intense spiritual conflict; the battlefield is gruesome; the enemy relentless. Wielding his limited power, he will do all in his ability to reign victorious over the children of God. In the midst of the heat of battle and the strongest temptation, we must not forget or neglect truth, the Word of... Continue Reading →
Galatians 3.21-4.7
We were helplessly bound by the law, unable to completely fulfill it, and therefore under its eternal curse. No amount of our good works, of our striving for acceptance, of our religious acumens and practices had any value in themselves to free us from rightful judgment. Bound by the law, enslaved in sin, and... Continue Reading →
Romans 8.26-39
In a world of uncertainty, we are secure in Christ; in times of many unknowns, we are safe in our Savior; in days of confusion, we are confident in our Lord. There is nothing of this world which can eternally harm us; there is nothing which can remove our salvation; there is nothing which... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 15.1-15
On what do we fix our eyes this morning? What is the goal of our living? On what are our greatest desires of our hearts? For many, the answer is simple: a better job, more time off, retirement, more money, financial security, a new home, and the list goes on, perhaps a bit differently... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 8.10-22
Ironically, the Israelites were not satisfied with God; they were not content with what He had done and given to them; they were not confident of His continued leadership in their lives. They wanted a king; they wanted something different, believing that would bring greater satisfaction and hope for their future. Samuel sought to... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 