From Chuck Swindoll’s ‘Come Before Winter”… During the reign of Oliver Cromwell, the British government began to run low on silver for coins. Lord Cromwell sent his men on an investigation of the local cathedral to see if they could find any precious metal there. After investigating, they reported: "The only silver we could find … Continue reading O God, make me a ‘melted saint’.
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“I don’t need your ‘blood-god’.”
The title to this blog was a reply to a Christian's post on social media. Although the person's reply was condescending, I wasn’t offended. Rather, I thought to myself, “For someone who's never actually read the Bible, it’s a reasonable reply. I can totally see why they would think this way.'" After all, the Bible … Continue reading “I don’t need your ‘blood-god’.”
What are the odds? – Prophecy fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
Jesus, himself, taught the Old Testament prophecies pointed to him. John 5:39 - You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me. Luke 24:27, 44 - And beginning with Moses and the prophets, Jesus expounded to them in all the … Continue reading What are the odds? – Prophecy fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
The Gospel & Jack Daniels
Don’t be drunk with wine, because that will ruin your life. Instead, be filled with/controlled by the Spirit. Ephesians 5:18 Below is a 4 minute video clip of a preacher giving the best exposition of Ephesians 5:18 I've ever heard. Enjoy, nw https://youtu.be/JzK-D5YQF9E?si=DSKCeQ7J4OO3C-R2
Why pray? Does it make any difference?
"As soon as you began to pray an answer was given." - Daniel 9:23 "From the first day that you set your heart on understanding and humbled yourself before your God, your prayers were heard. I have come because of your prayers." - Daniel 10:12 Both of these passages reside within the context of Daniel's … Continue reading Why pray? Does it make any difference?
We’re a mess; but in Christ we’re a perfect mess.
We're approaching Week 18 on our verse-by-verse adventure through the book of Genesis. So far, we've seen... Adam & Eve trusting the serpent over God; Cain's premeditated murder of Abel; the worldwide wickedness prompting the flood; the narcissism at Babel; the despicable act of Abraham lying to the Egyptian pharaoh and giving Sarah, his wife, … Continue reading We’re a mess; but in Christ we’re a perfect mess.
Biblical Demonology – Pt 4 of 4 – A Christian’s authority in Christ
A CHRISTIAN'S AUTHORITY IN CHRIST In 1973, a movie based on the supernatural took America by storm. Its title? The Exorcist. Recently, the movie The Deliverance was No. 1 on Netflix’s Top Ten Movies being viewed. These films, along with a myriad of others produced by Hollywood, in no way represent a Christian’s authority in … Continue reading Biblical Demonology – Pt 4 of 4 – A Christian’s authority in Christ
“I guess I’ll just take my chances with hell.”
A person (not a Christian) with whom I was visiting about the Christian faith said to me, "I guess I'll just take my chances with hell." I lovingly and respectfully shared with that person, "Please understand your worldview is every bit as much of a faith-worldview as mine. In other words, you are exercising a … Continue reading “I guess I’ll just take my chances with hell.”
What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos?
I was recently asked if having a tattoo (or tattoos) was prohibited in scripture. Those who believe tattoos are prohibited commonly cite Leviticus 19:28 – “Do not cut your bodies for the dead or put tattoo marks on yourselves. I am the Lord.” I’ll come back to that. The person having the issue with tattoos, … Continue reading What Does the Bible Say About Tattoos?
Can a Scientist Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ?
Meet Dr. Ian Hutchinson, Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering at MIT. Hutchinson is merely one of scientists from all over the world who have professed their faith in Jesus Christ. Below, I've printed for you the transcript of an article he authored in 2016 titled, "Can a Scientist Believe in the Resurrection? Three Hypotheses." … Continue reading Can a Scientist Believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ?