11 If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask him. (Matthew 7:11 CSB) We must remember, no matter what is happening in our lives, that our Father in heaven wants the best for His children. … Read more
5 For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, (1 Timothy 2:5 CSB) As my children are now adults and have come to live fairly near us, we have had the occasion to be together more. Stories of them growing up have been shared over family meals. A grandson has been … Read more
28 And because they did not think it worthwhile to acknowledge God, God delivered them over to a corrupt mind so that they do what is not right. (Romans 1:28 CSB) Aside from just simple belief, there is a worthwhile power in acknowledging God. When you look at your life do you see God’s hand in … Read more
20 For his invisible attributes, that is, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen since the creation of the world, being understood through what he has made. As a result, people are without excuse. (Romans 1:20 CSB) The world around us, even our own bodies, are incredible works of God’s hands. It is we who … Read more
3 Jesus replied, “Truly I tell you, unless someone is born again,[a] he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (John 3:3 CSB) When I was growing up and first involved in this faith I heard the term “born again” quite frequently. It seems today that this usage of how we come to faith has slipped into the background … Read more