A few weeks ago, I got into a theological conversation with some young ladies on the street while dog walking with my neighbor. I was on Main Street enjoying the evening sun when I noticed the sisters and said hello, not knowing that these women were on a mission to share the Good News. As … Continue reading Original Intent
Tag: Genesis 3
Taking Responsibility Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Andn3z6996gcPyMAUGXHr?si=K8ESK-piQF-JQv7fgZlemQ&dl_branch=1 In this week's episode, we look at the common practice of blaming others instead of taking responsibility. We ask the questions:How can you receive forgiveness if you do not acknowledge mistakes, sin, etc.? How can there be reconciliation when there is denial? (Genesis 3, 2 Samuel 11 & 12)
Truth of God
Read Psalm 86. Today, we are focusing on God’s truth. In Psalm 86:11, the Psalmist’s request for teaching is so that he can walk in God’s truth. Love rejoices with the truth (1 Corinthians 13:6). The Holy Spirit guides us to all the truth (John 16:13). We are blessed to delight in His truth (Psalm … Continue reading Truth of God
Pole Smashing
On the way home from my daughter’s track meet, we got to see a town square pole get uprooted and smashed by a big freight truck. It was something I’ve never seen before, but it was also a teachable moment that I took advantage of when it was available. The reason the truck driver could … Continue reading Pole Smashing
Self-Exaltation
We often hear people talk about others being “all about themselves”—proud, living in a “me-world” and thinking of themselves first. The truth is that since the very beginning of mankind we have been trying to exalt ourselves. God alone should be exalted but we seem to want some of the glory or all of the … Continue reading Self-Exaltation
What is Truth
Matthew 27 / Mark 15 / Luke 23 / John 18-19 Pontius Pilate – Roman Governor –Procurator. He was in charge of appointing the high priest and controlling the Temple and funds.He had full control of the province.He had full powers of life and death as he could reverse capital sentences passed by Sanhedrin.He had … Continue reading What is Truth
Spider Versus Ninja Warrior
This time of year the mornings are a bit darker. I make note of the spiders beginning webs on my evening walk with the dogs. My hope is to duck each web on the morning walk. I cannot stand the feeling that follows when you walk through a spider web. Instantly you become a ninja … Continue reading Spider Versus Ninja Warrior
Garments of Mercy
Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit. They went against what the Lord commanded. They were deceived by the serpent and sin entered the world. Things were no longer the same. The serpent, who was “more crafty than any other,” got the couple to question, “Did God really say?” Suddenly they realized their nakedness and … Continue reading Garments of Mercy
Bad Additions
When it comes to adding to the word of God, any addition is a bad addition. In Proverbs 30, it states, “Don't add to His words, or He will rebuke you, and you will be proved a liar” (v. 6 HCSB). In Revelation 22:19, Jesus even says that if you take away from the Word, … Continue reading Bad Additions
The Blame Game
It is very clear that many people today have a problem with accepting blame for their actions. When they make a mistake, they try to cover it up. When they get caught in a lie, they lie some more. When someone is found out, the person tries to pin the blame on someone else. There … Continue reading The Blame Game
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