Posts Tagged ‘Truth’
The Only Way
I wonder if perhaps one reason the Lord created the earth to orbit in such a way that it never gets anywhere new is to help us remember to stop trusting in the same old, man-centred habits we’ve repeatedly embraced and performed for so many years. There is a tree firmly rooted in this sin-soaked…
Read MoreRobber or Redeemer
“Now at that feast the governor was accustomed to releasing unto the people a prisoner, whom they would. And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas. Therefore when they were gathered together, Pilate said unto them, Whom will you that I release unto you? Barabbas, or Jesus which is called Christ?”Matthew 27:15-17 “Pilate said,…
Read MoreAbounding… with Thanksgiving
If there ever was an attribute which remains reprehensible regardless of its modern day adornment, it would be that of ungratefulness. There is something quite disheartening in watching someone receive a gift with a heart absent of real gratitude. Although many areas of selfishness/self-centeredness, mostly due to marketing and manipulation, have successfully won over the hearts and…
Read MoreGod’s Love: The Radical Cross ~A.W. Tozer
“The work of Christ on the cross did not influence God to love us, did not increase that love by one degree, did not open any fount of grace or mercy in His heart. He had loved us from old eternity and needed nothing to stimulate that love. The cross is not responsible for God’s…
Read MorePulling Back the Curtain
Sin is so terribly destructive, so utterly diabolical! Sin is so horrific that it’s true power and perversity are arguably unfathomable by the human mind. How much more so for the father of lies, the father of sin!? We dip and dabble at it as if certain sins are permissible. We tolerate sin in our lives and sometimes…
Read MoreThe Truth Will Set You Free
Whether in a novel, a crime show, or while at work, we have all heard this phrase borrowed by the world time and time again. However, as they understandably do so often, those who use it strip the phrase from of its actual and powerful meaning. Sadly, many in the church have heard it said so…
Read MoreStar Wars: In Light of God and His Word
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. The light of the body is the eye: if therefore your eye be single, your whole body shall be full of light. But if your eye be evil, your whole body shall be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in you…
Read MoreNot a Man’s Foundation!
“For we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building. According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon. For other foundation can no man lay than…
Read MoreA Biblical and Loving Response to the DVD – “Left Behind or Led Astray?”
A grand whirlwind has recently made its mark within the bride of Christ, and though it could be said that this is only the beginning it’s our earnest prayer that such is not the case. We sincerely hope this latest stir would merely be an opportunity for the church to grow in true unity for the sake of the…
Read MoreParents: Simply Sign Posts
Raising children can seem like such a daunting task, often filled with worry and doubt. “What if I make a mistake?” “What if I don’t teach them correctly?” “What if…” Although there are some helpful resources and people who have gone before with some good advice, may we never forget that our most important job is…
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