Far as the Curse Is Found
Believe it or not, I had never heard all of the verses to “Joy to the World.”
Salvation
The Confessions of Augustine
This book is truly and remarkably insightful with respect to the character of God, the nature of man, and the grace of God that changes our wills. Consider the following quotes, and consider reading The Confessions for yourself!
The Outcome of Your Faith
Rather than starting with the question, “Will this honor God?” too many churches begin with the question, “Will this work, and will this produce results?”
Whose Wisdom?
Will I listen to and accept the wisdom of God as revealed in 1 Timothy, or will I embrace the wisdom of the world? No one will be able to do both.
The Good News
As we come to the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023, I pray that you know the good news of Jesus Christ. This good news is rooted in the truth about the one true God.
The Plan of Damnation
While many church-going folks would have some familiarity with the phrase “plan of salvation,” few of us have ever stopped to think about a “plan of damnation.”
Is My Child Ready to Be Baptized?
“I think my child is ready to be baptized.” Regular pastors hear these words regularly. Little Johnny has asked a question about heaven, angels, death, or something remotely spiritual, and now Johnny’s parents think he’s ready to be baptized. Setting all skepticism aside, this is an encouraging and exciting development in the life of any child.
Fig Leaves, Hide and Seek, and Blame in 2019
Genesis 3 is a story of sin, transgression, rebellion, defiance, and treason. It’s also a story of fig leaves, hide and seek, and blame. Rather than taking the path of confession, Adam and Eve chose the path of sewing fig leaf clothing, hiding from the presence of God, and blaming others for their sin.
Pass Interference and the Justice of God
Human beings instinctively long for justice. Our definitions of justice may be rooted in different value systems, but we all long for justice. We want things to be set right.
Regular Pastor 