If you ever talk to a non-Christian and they give you the line, “The Bible is just some old book written thousands of years ago and society has evolved since then,” you might want to share the story of a slave named Onesimus, which means “Useful.” Not the Onesimus in the book of Philemon – we’llContinue reading “A Useful Servant”
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New Beginnings
Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. Genesis 1:2 Before Christmas I was listening to an episode of White Horse Inn, a podcast by reformed theologians and pastors. The episode, titled O’ Holy Night, focused on the beauty and glory of what happenedContinue reading “New Beginnings”
The Well-Worn Path
Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Psalm 91:1 In the mid-1800s hundreds of thousands of pioneers left the comfort of their eastern homes beyond the Mississippi River and traveled West toward what we now call Oregon. The result of those courageous pioneers is hundreds of miles ofContinue reading “The Well-Worn Path”
Sojourners & Exiles
No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer. 2 Timothy 2:4 We Christians are sojourners and exiles. This is not where our ultimate allegiance lies! David Van Drunen, Politics After Christendom We certainly aren’t lacking in opportunities to engage in political discourse these days. From maskContinue reading “Sojourners & Exiles”
The Midol Woman
We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5 I love watching the British tv show Midsommer Murders. I’m a detective fan since my young girl days of hiding my Nancy Drew books inside my school desk andContinue reading “The Midol Woman”
Death to My Evil Twin
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8 One of the most amazing gifts God has given us humans is our mind. The brain weighs about 3 pounds and contains around 100 billion neurons—Continue reading “Death to My Evil Twin”
Our Faith Progression
We, therefore, desire to copy his character and put our feet into his footprints. Be it ours to follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. What saith our Lord himself? “Follow me,” and again, “Take my yoke upon you and learn of me, for I am meek and lowly in heart, and ye shall find restContinue reading “Our Faith Progression”
What’s Next?
Hello Friends! I’m taking a small break from writing as I listen for God’s direction. Right now I’m deep in the study of Revelation with my BSGs. Looking forward to what God reveals! Until then you can catch up on any posts you missed from Tiny Yet Mighty, Fresh Fire and Hold The Line viaContinue reading “What’s Next?”
Rescue Me!
Rise up and help us; rescue us because of your unfailing love. Psalm 44:26 I’ll admit I’ve had a bit of a rough relationship with God the last few weeks. I have an on-going health issue related to my sinuses. For years I’ve suffered through swollen sinuses, infections, allergies, clogged ears, excruciating headaches and more. I’m in myContinue reading “Rescue Me!”
Fan The Flame
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 2 Timothy 1:6 I remember the day I got baptized. I was 34 years old and at the same time my one year old and 5 year old received the HolyContinue reading “Fan The Flame”
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