14 ….It is hard for you to kick against the goads.’ (Acts 24:14b) A goad is a long rod with a sharp end that is used to prick an animal to move, to kick against it would generally be to inflict more pain upon the animal. Unfortunately, we are the animal that kicks against the … Read more
6 and the angels who did not keep their own position but abandoned their proper dwelling, he has kept in eternal chains in deep darkness for the judgment on the great day. (Jude 1:6 CSB) The limits of free will God has provided us extends to every being, even angels. Our God is not a god who … Read more
“Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.” (James 1:12) The Bible speaks often about perseverance. In fact if we take the Bible as a whole it could be said that the … Read more
(or confessions of a handlebar junky) I did some work over the weekend to my Surly Ogre. It is my touring/backpacking/gravel bike that I tend to put the most miles in on. So getting everything dialed in so that it is comfortable, but still capable, is very important. Comfort is all about positioning. And positioning … Read more
4 For some people, who were designated for this judgment long ago,[a] have come in by stealth; they are ungodly, turning the grace of our God into sensuality and denying Jesus Christ, our only Master and Lord. (Jude 1:4 CSB) I have always been a very straight forward guy. If I have an issue with you I will let you … Read more