We live in a world where hiding is pretty easy. We hide our real self behind the ‘instagram you’, the image we project to the world. Most people have no one to whom the are an open book. Even the thought of someone else knowing every shadowy secret space we possess is scary. We allContinue reading “The Power of Not Hiding”
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How Much More!
Romans 5: Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through him! Have you seen any infomercials lately? They haven’t changed much since their invention around the same time as the wheel. “But wait, if you buy right now you get this ______ free.Continue reading “How Much More!”
Vengeance!
Numbers 31:2 “Take vengeance on the Midianites for the Israelites. After that, you will be gathered to your people.” If there was one thing that I was taught growing up, other than brush your teeth after every meal, (which I have failed to do many times), and wash behind your years, (I’m not sure theContinue reading “Vengeance!”
Guilt Gone!
Psalm 32:5 Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity.I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD.” And you forgave the guilt of my sin. I see people all the time in my professional life who are riddled by guilt over past deeds. And many of usContinue reading “Guilt Gone!”
2 Samuel 9:7 Kindness Shown
2 Samuel 9:7 “Don’t be afraid,” David said to him, “for I will surely show you kindness for the sake of your father Jonathan. I will restore to you all the land that belonged to your grandfather Saul, and you will always eat at my table.” Do you remember someone who did a kind deedContinue reading “2 Samuel 9:7 Kindness Shown”
Fire – Revelation 20:15
Revelation 20:15 Anyone whose name was not found written in the book of life was thrown into the lake of fire. I remember watching my brothers getting in trouble. They were older than I was, and therefore got in trouble more than I did. But watching them taught me a lesson. If you don’t wantContinue reading “Fire – Revelation 20:15”
Forces – 1 John 1:9
1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness, There are some things that are givens here on Earth, and the effects of these truths can’t be evaded. They affect all of us, even when we don’t want themContinue reading “Forces – 1 John 1:9”
Expunged – Acts 13:38-39
Acts 13:38-39 “Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. 39Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin, a justification you were not able to obtain under the law of Moses. My heart warms when people are willing to listen toContinue reading “Expunged – Acts 13:38-39”
Baby Jesus – Luke 17:3
Luke 17:3 So watch yourselves. If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. We often have a certain picture in our head that doesn’t completely match reality. An example might be helpful. A Catholic hymn from 1870 begins with these words: “Infant Jesus, meek and mild.” ThisContinue reading “Baby Jesus – Luke 17:3”
Remorse – Matthew 27:3-4a
Matthew 27:3-4a When Judas, who had betrayed him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was seized with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and the elders. 4 ”I have sinned,” he said, “for I have betrayed innocent blood.” We have all had moments when we regret a decision weContinue reading “Remorse – Matthew 27:3-4a”
The Arnold Journey 