I love the Bible and can’t imagine my life without it. Its truths are splints for my soul. God talks to me through it and I wouldn’t relish a life without hearing his voice. A rabbi told his students that if they studied the Torah it would put Scripture on their hearts. One of his …
A Lesson in Empathy
When Willie Mays (now 92 years old) was a young boy, he was being bullied by a bigger kid in school, who took his money from him. So Willie went to his dad and asked him what he should do. Should he fight him, turn him in, or what? His dad told him no. Maybe …
Can Christians Support Donald Trump Without Risk to Their Witness?
I posted this in 2019, before both of his impeachments, January 6, 2021, and all the other outrageous actions by our former president.
Another Poser Prophet
“Be wary of false preachers who smile a lot, dripping with practiced sincerity. Chances are they are out to rip you off some way or other. Don’t be impressed with charisma; look for character. Who preachers are is the main thing, not what they say. A genuine leader will never exploit your emotions or your …
Just Wondering (Avoiding Superficial Spirituality Part 8)
“God himself works in our souls, in their deepest depths, taking increasing control as we are progressively willing to be prepared for his wonder.” Thomas Kelly
Speaking of “wonder,” I wonder a lot––mostly about God. I used to wonder if he existed, but since I got that settled to my complete satisfaction forty-five years ago, my wonder is now of a different sort.
“Wonder” itself has a number of connotations. There’s the wonder that involves frustration, another is more of a curious sort, and then there’s the kind that connotes unreserved marvel. My wondering about God includes all three at different times.
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