Lent 2017 is well underway and for this post I thought sharing briefly on the foulness of sin. Recently, I came across these words from the nineteenth century Anglican bishop J.C. Ryle: "The very animals whose smell is most offensive to us have no idea that they are offensive, and are not offensive to one … Continue reading Foulness of Sin
Jesus Said to the Rich Man…
"Follow me...."
Does God Hold Us Back?
1 Chronicles 12 tell us that Rehoboam along with the people of the southern kingdom of Judah were established and strong, but they forsook the law of the Lord. Yahweh then appointed the prophet Shemaiah to tell the people that since they left God, God left them alone to face the invading army of Shishak, … Continue reading Does God Hold Us Back?
What is Our Position in Christ?
Recently I got reacquainted with Watchman Nee, particularly his book Sit, Walk, Stand. I still recall attending Gardena Valle Baptist Church and hearing Pastor Ron believer’s position in Christ and condition in the world, which was something he gleaned from Nee’s Sit, Walk, Stand. It has really been a blessing to revisit some old lessons. … Continue reading What is Our Position in Christ?
Scare Tactics
Suppose for a moment one could actually dangle a person over hell fire and brimstone. The body secured with just a thin chord, which could easily be severed, sending the poor soul into the unquenchable flames. Would that put the fear of God in anyone? No way. I doubt God would use any kind of … Continue reading Scare Tactics
