Miracles and Criticism
Sunday, we saw the irony of two blind men calling Jesus the “Son of David.” They could not see Him yet they believed He was the long-awaited Messiah who would be known as the “Son of David” according to Isaiah 9:7. The blind men could see this even before Jesus’ disciples and religious leaders.
Three in One, Does it Matter?
When discussing the trinity with someone who doesn’t believe it or is confused, I learned from experience that it does not help to use ‘trinitarian texts’ such as the great commission in Matthew 28 where it mentions the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
A Prayer for Transition
We don’t naturally consider the crucifixion as a means of being glorified. It was a means of maximizing pain, suffering, humiliation and the one crucified was considered damned by God.
No Orphans
Kids become orphans by various means. Abandoned by their parent(s), death of parents or guardian, or simply being unwanted. A number of them may be separated from their siblings and even be moved from one foster family to another.
Jesus, the Way to the Father
When we talk about Jesus being the only way to the Father, we are referencing heaven. There are many questions surrounding heaven: Where is it; who is there; will we recognize one another? These are but a few questions we ask and most importantly; how do we get there?
Hate Speech and Prayer
How is your life different being with Jesus?
Hate Speech
Speech, how and when did that come to be? That’s not hard to figure out. “In the beginning God said…”. God is the first one to speak and with such authority the heavens and earth came into existence.
I Know My Redeemer Lives
Jesus claimed to be the redeemer of the world, the Messiah, the Son of God the Old Testament promised. Since then and even before, others have made similar claims.
On Earth is Not His Equal (No Fooling)
Jesus warned the church more than once to watch that we are not deceived, led astray, or persuaded to believe a lie.
Understanding How it All Works Together
As a follower of Jesus Christ, I believe it is helpful to understand pain and suffering not as random disconnected events that we must endure in our pursuit of happiness. Pain and suffering are spiritual and physical tests to reveal and develop our faith and love of God.