Galatians 5 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery. Take notice: I, Paul, tell you that if you let yourselves be circumcised, Christ will be of no value to you at all. Again I testify to every …
A good word for today. The cultural battle is important because the war of worldviews is important. You either submit to the worldview of God in Scripture or you espouse the worldview of man. Christians cannot abdicate their place in this battle. We must be people of the Book. We must expose “plausible arguments” for …
Words matter as shown by the two lists below. For Christians, our thoughts and conversation should reflect the truth God gives us in His written word. Fill your mind (and your child’s mind) with the Truth and language of God’s Word. Use the words God deliberately gave to us to understand Him and our world. …
"Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds..."
"The LORD is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you."
In Matthew 10:16, Jesus said this to his disciples: “Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.” (BSB) We’re called to be as shrewd as serpents and as gentle as doves. Most Christian women seem to focus in on the dove part …
Caroline will be a high schooler in the autumn. Can you believe that? I’m struggling with it myself. David and I have always made a point of taking the time to deliberately enjoy each stage of life with her because she is our only child. We prayed and waited a long time for her. We …
So here we are at the end of May. Memorial Day weekend is just ahead. I’m using this week to tie up lots of loose ends. Do you ever have those weeks? I like weeks like this when I decide that it’s time to close a whole bunch of mental tabs. So I’m finishing off …
Romans 12:9-21 Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another. Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer. Share with the …
"But as for me, may I never boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world."
"Oh give thanks to the LORD; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! Sing to him, sing praises to him; tell of all his wondrous works!"
