Balaam’s story is a cautionary tale. He was the prophet in the book of Numbers who ended up getting schooled by a talking donkey. To be honest, I’ve read the story a few times and never really appreciated just how bad this guy was. After all, he sought God and never spoke a single word… Continue reading Balaam, Us, And the 3 Wills of God
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The Red Heifer is a Symbol of Jesus & Sanctification
Romans 6:23 tells us that “the wages of sin is death.” And, Adam and Eve’s disobedience in the garden led to exactly that. There was the physical death of the body, of course, but also the greater death of the soul. People are now dead in their trespasses and sins. It is only belief in… Continue reading The Red Heifer is a Symbol of Jesus & Sanctification
The Bible is a Lamp Unto Our Feet
The lamp stand of God is a symbol of the Bible.
This I Believe About Truth
Society today says truth is relative. That means that whatever people decide is true then becomes truth for them. So, everybody’s ideas – whatever truth people have defined – are completely equal and equally valid. Everybody is right, and nobody is wrong, even when people believe the exact opposite things. It is, they suppose, a… Continue reading This I Believe About Truth
Chastisement and An Object Lesson About Iniquity
Judgement begins in the house of the Lord. This week, while the whole world was hunkered in houses wondering what will happen next with the coronavirus, God was taking just a moment to deal with some of His children. I, for example, was spanked but good. The worst part isn’t even that it was that… Continue reading Chastisement and An Object Lesson About Iniquity
Jesus Was Clear: Occupy Until He Comes
In the past week or so, the world has gone just a little bit crazy. Schools were closed, sports venues and amusement parks have shut their doors, and states and even nations have declared this time to be an emergency. Already people are faced with uncertainty. How do we navigate our world with variables that… Continue reading Jesus Was Clear: Occupy Until He Comes
Water is a Symbol of Power In the Bible
Photo by Staci Schacht. People emptied store shelves this week as news of the coronavirus, both real and fake exploded in the media. Hand soaps, sanitizers, tissues, and paper towels were some of the first to go, but by far the biggest gaping holes could be found on the water aisles. Even with no imminent… Continue reading Water is a Symbol of Power In the Bible
Instead of Fear, Choose Faith in God’s Promises
Fear is natural, and in many cases, it’s a good thing. As children, we were taught to fear hot stoves and the middle of the street for our own good. But while fear can be a motivating factor to be careful and wise in our dealings, it can also cause torment if we allow it… Continue reading Instead of Fear, Choose Faith in God’s Promises
The Fruit of the Spirit During Times of Crisis
Photos by Jason B. In times of comfort and prosperity, everyone wears a mask. It’s called the “mask of civility,” and it is a polite, controlled covering of whatever lies underneath. During times of crisis, however, the masks come off to reveal people’s true natures, whatever they may be. Recent reports from both the news… Continue reading The Fruit of the Spirit During Times of Crisis
3 Comforting Truths About Our Witness for Christ
This image came from a video entitled "How to Make Your Own Gospel Tract." The world needs a Savior, and we know Him personally. As Christians, we have seen Jesus change our behavior and our priorities. We have heard His voice in both comfort and correction, and we have felt Him heal old wounds and… Continue reading 3 Comforting Truths About Our Witness for Christ
