We must take care…that the sophist, in commending his wares, does not deceive us, as both merchant and dealer do in the case of our bodily food. For among the provisions, you know, in which these men deal, not only are they themselves ignorant what is good or bad for the body, since in selling … Continue reading Plato: Doctrines that Nourish the Soul
John Owen: Mortification of any sin must be by a supply of grace
Mortification of any sin must be by a supply of grace. Of ourselves we cannot do it.
Watchman Nee: All is because of him; nothing is because of me.
All is because of him; nothing is because of me.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
I want to extend my deepest gratitude and thanks to my family, friends, and fellow sojourners on this life journey. Your friendship, prayers, and support are always cherished. Above all, I thank God— the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit — for every blessing received and all the grace supplied for daily sustenance. — … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Humility and Justification in the Parable of the Tax Collector and Pharisee from Luke 18:9-14.
The Gospel of Luke tells of Jesus encountering crowds of people “who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt” (Lk. 18:9).[1] They were basically self-righteous, prideful, and oblivious to their own brokenness. They went about sizing up others as deplorable wretches ruining society. Those the self-righteous criticized were indeed sinners; … Continue reading Humility and Justification in the Parable of the Tax Collector and Pharisee from Luke 18:9-14.