Then Simon answered, "Pray to the Lord for me so that nothing you have said may happen to me." Acts 8: 24 (NIV) He does exactly as we often do. Simon turns from what God is doing and looks to worldly ends. Foolishly he takes an extra greedy step. But the Disciples show him... Continue Reading →
God Rejoices Over…
‘I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.’ Luke 15:7 (NIV) Self-righteous men cannot understand why Jesus would be found around people renowned for their shady character. Do we think we are... Continue Reading →
Before the Rooster
"I tell you the truth," Jesus answered, "today--yes, tonight--before the rooster crows twice you yourself will disown me three times." Mark 14:30 (NIV) Peter was horrified. So are we. Is Jesus telling us that times will come where we will fall away? What? Impossible! We are His followers! We have demonstrated our loyalty time and... Continue Reading →
Breaking the Law
For I say unto you, that except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20 (American Standard Version) One of the forever highly disputable concepts that we must each seek an adequate balance of is that between justification by faith... Continue Reading →
