The Incomparable Christ is a a sub-heading in the book of Colossians in my Bible. Christ is indeed incomparable. There is no one like Him! I have been drawn to read Colossians lately and, interestingly enough, I also came across a Social Media Ad by a cult promoting a very different Jesus Christ. As with … [Read more...]
Raging Against God
I've been having one of "those" times. You may have had those days where you feel miserable and out of step with the world. You feel defeated and the smallest grievances get you riled up. Deep down you understand that Job had it far worse than you'll ever experience, hopefully. Others have better cause to feel cranky. … [Read more...]
The Gospel and God’s Providence
What is the connection between the gospel and God's providence? What relationship does Genesis 50:15-21 have with Romans 8:32? How many of us encounter times when we wonder why we're going through trials? I do sometimes. Sinclair Ferguson provides a biblical perspective for us. Dr. Ferguson is a pastor from the … [Read more...]
The Day of the Cross
This is the Day of the Cross - Good Friday. This is a Day to remember and give thanks for. In his book Cries from the Cross Erwin Lutzer informs us that in the first century the Romans crucified around thirty thousand people every year. This was the accepted method of punishment for political prisoners and a variety … [Read more...]
A Good Person
I'm a good person. And so are you. You just have to find the love inside and set it free. Huffington Post featured a column by Christine Horner. It took the form of a letter to Pope Francis to end the religious ritual that devalues human life. I didn't know the pope read Huff Post. He seems to have a busy schedule. … [Read more...]
The Jesus of Testimony Documentary
Recently a group of scholars banded together and produced a documentary called "The Jesus of Testimony." It is over two hours long but it is well worth the time spent. They present some thoughtful responses to common misconceptions and arguments regarding the evidence of the historical Jesus. From their website: Did … [Read more...]
We All Have Two Critical Choices
We all have two critical choices. Yes, life confronts us with myriads of decisions - what house to buy, spouse to marry, house to live in, job to take, movie to watch etc. But there are only two critical choices which will affect our eternal destiny. We can either choose Christ or reject Him. Each choice will lead … [Read more...]
They Cannot See the Light
The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 2 Corinthians 4:4 The phrase “god of this world” (or “god of this age”) indicates that Satan is the major influence on the ideals, opinions, goals, … [Read more...]
Watergate and the Resurrection
What is the connection between Watergate and the Resurrection? In his book Loving God Charles Colson wrote a chapter called Watergate and the Resurrection. He compared his personal experiences with President Nixon's Watergate cover-up scandal, and compared these with how Jesus' disciples behaved after His … [Read more...]
Prosperity Gospel: Deceitful and Deadly
Prosperity Gospel: Deceitful and Deadly John Piper - The Gospel Coalition When I read about prosperity preaching churches, my response is: “If I were not on the inside of Christianity, I wouldn’t want in.” In other words, if this is the message of Jesus, no thank you. Luring people to Christ to get rich is both … [Read more...]
