“As it is, there are many parts, but one body.The eye cannot say to the hand, “I don’t need you!” And the head cannot say to the feet, “I don’t need you!” ~ 1 Corinthians 12:20-22, NIVSometimes Christians get caught in the trap of thinking that “their way” is the “only way” and this can become … [Read more…]
I am reading through John Wesley on the topic of Christian perfection, and while I understand his main point that God gives us power to do the right things, I don’t agree that we can ever reach a state of sinless perfection until the second coming of Jesus. Even at our best behavior, while we … [Read more…]
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” Psalm 56:3, NIV David–the mighty man of God who stood up to the giant Goliath with only a sling-shot and five smooth stones when the rest of the Israelite warriors were in terror of becoming slaves to the Philistines–wrote this verse of scripture during a … [Read more…]
Lord, teach me to teachHelp me to preachThe word of lifeTo all in reach.Grant me the lightTo face the darkness of nightGuide me in the wisdom of your love. ~Stephen Beagles
This Bible verse jumped out to me today, and in case anyone thinks that Christians have a tendency to over-complicate the message of salvation, here is what Jesus says about the good news of eternal life. “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me has everlasting life.” These words of Jesus from … [Read more…]
Q. Should we study the Bible using proof texts for a particular doctrine of belief, or should we read each book in a more systematic fashion taking into account the literal, historical, and spiritual contexts of each passage? A. The problem with this question is that it divides the two methods of study into an … [Read more…]
I often think of people like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg, and other billionaires who remind me of how insignificant I am to the world’s economy. I don’t live in a palace, drive fancy sports cars, nor am I able to give millions of dollars to charity. I don’t represent a global … [Read more…]
Lord, lead me in your righteousness All power belongs to you You speak forth light from darkness There is nothing that you cannot do. Help me trust your faithfulness Drive all doubt away You hear me when I cry to you Bring comfort as I pray. ~Stephen Beagles