What is better for me? Do you not ask yourself that question on a regular basis? To arrive at an answer, we look at the pros and cons, the positives and the negatives, the benefits to us, and of course the possible negative outcomes. All of these thought processes are …
I know that I have asked this question before in some blog posts, and I think that it is a question that can be asked often and is a question that can have different answers at different times in our lives. The question is, “from what perspective do you read …
Often when reading the Psalms, I find myself applying them to myself and the particular moments of my life right now or thinking back to the particular moments that have been. Well, “of course,” you say, “that is what we are supposed to do.” If we say that, then are …
When we study history, do we find that it challenges us? I believe that if we say “yes” to that question then we are looking at history that is true. If we do not find history challenging, then either we are not really paying attention, or we are studying history …
I know that much has been written about the Book of Nehemiah. There is so much to be gained when reading this portion of God’s Word that can be applied to multiple aspects of one’s life. A leadership model is there, a reaction of how to stand up for the …
Have you ever pondered the question of, “what do I really like about the Bible?” As with most questions that are asked of each of us, answers immediately come to mind, and we might say, “it helps me,” or “it challenges me.” Let me challenge you with a point that …
Have you ever thought about sin? I mean really thought about what the Bible says about it, what God thinks of it or even why we do it? The easy answer would be sure I think about it and I try not to do it. Or maybe we think about …
What do we think about when we hear the word “timing?” Let me be a little clearer with that question. What do we think about when we hear the word “timing” today? I am sure as I write things like, “the timing of this Corona-virus is terrible,” or “what bad …
I have taken a few weeks off from my usual blog posts. The only reason has been to catch up on some additional studying needed in the area of Biblical Counseling as the needs in our community of Bristol are great and the Lord does wish us to be ready …
I am sure many of us watched the “Big Game” yesterday and as I did, I am sure many enjoyed the game. But, like any big event it seems as though controversy surrounded it. It appears that the halftime show was inappropriate. Now, I am far from perfect, but I …
