The parable of the sower describes people’s reaction to Jesus Christ’s message of God’s kingdom. It is a simple earthy story of a farmer who sows seeds, which fell in various places, some never taking root, others sprouting but after a while dying off, still others maturing to plants and bearing much fruit (Matt. 13:1-9). … Continue reading Parable of the Sower
Blasphemy of the Spirit
“Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven people, but blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven. “Whoever speaks a word against the Son of Man, it shall be forgiven him; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit, it shall not be forgiven him, either in this age or in … Continue reading Blasphemy of the Spirit
Come to Me…
There are many instances where the church loses sense of her ethos and follows after the vanities of a sinful and fallen world. Even the very sacred message of salvation is not immune to corruption of self-righteousness. Some get caught up into the game of “we” vs. “they” or the “in” vs. the “out” group. … Continue reading Come to Me…
Flutes, Dirges, and Judgment…
“We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we sang a dirge, and you did not mourn.” God entered into this world in the person of Jesus Christ as part of a plan to redeem lost sinners. The Lord had even prepared a prophet named John the Baptist to herald the arrival … Continue reading Flutes, Dirges, and Judgment…
“My personal Jesus…”
I am in no way a serious Depeche Mode fan; yet, I think when Martin Gore sang, “Reach out and touch faith, your own personal Jesus, someone to hear your payers…” I think he did strike a chord that resonated well with the American soul. According to a Spin article, the song is about “being … Continue reading “My personal Jesus…”
