21 Little children, guard yourselves from idols. (1 John 5:21 CSB) I have written many times, that where we dedicate the majority of our time, talents and treasure is where our heart is. This too can be where we set up idols as well. Often we sink much time and treasure in that which we idolize. … Read more
13 Go and learn what this means: I desire mercy and not sacrifice.[a] For I didn’t come to call the righteous, but sinners.” (Matthew 9:13 CSB) We may be called to some form of sacrifice, but Jesus was echoing Old Testament scripture when He made this statement. He was talking about a time when the Jewish people were … Read more
9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore, I will most gladly boast all the more about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may reside in me. (2 Corinthians 12:9 CSB) I am a big man. I think no one would argue that I am also … Read more
13 “Lord,” Ananias answered, “I have heard from many people about this man, how much harm he has done to your saints in Jerusalem. 14 And he has authority here from the chief priests to arrest all who call on your name.” (Acts 9:13-14 CSB) Right now, in America, it is pretty safe to talk about our faith. … Read more
, 23 to be renewed[b] in the spirit of your minds, 24 and to put on[c] the new self, the one created according to God’s likeness in righteousness and purity of the truth. (Ephesians 4:23-24 CSB) So, today is the 5th of January, who has made it this far with their New Year’s resolutions? Sadly for most of us they tend to fall away … Read more