The Company We Keep
In Acts 4:13, Jewish leaders heard the powerful words of John and Peter testifying about salvation through God’s Son. Their gospel defenders were unlearned, simple fishermen. Yet, they spoke with deep conviction and boldness. The Chief Priests’ conclusion? “They’ve been with Jesus!” Now that’s an indictment to which we can all aspire! To be judged […]
The Balance Beam of the Cross
The word “BALANCE” is sometimes disparaged in Christian circles. Critics equate it with “compromise.” Proverbs 11:1 says, “A false balance is an abomination to the Lord: but a just weight is his delight.” Think of the cross as the “balance beam” of Olympic glory – working for a ten. Jesus’ way is described as a […]
What Has the Lord Been Showing You Lately?
My close friend, Amy, has a habit of drawing me closer to the Lord. When we get together, one thing she normally does is ask me a simple question. She also asks herself this question regularly and is genuinely interested in hearing my answer. The question, “What has the Lord been showing you lately?” is […]
Bearing of Fruit
As I was working outside and pulling weeds around my flowers that were coming up this spring, I noticed the similarity between the weeds and the flowers. Because of my years of gardening, I realize, at a glance, what needs to be pulled and cast aside and what needs to be nurtured to bloom. Inexperienced […]
Interruptible
Recently, I have been very intrigued by how often Jesus was interrupted in His ministry. Several instances are recorded, and we can learn from Jesus’ responses. Often, Jesus could not make His way from one place to another without someone asking him to help them, causing a change in his plans. Here are just a […]