Tag: faith

Do We Plough New Ground Or Play In The Comfort Of Our Privilege?

Good Morning Friends, Sometimes we sense the presence of God and sometimes we do not. Today we explore the possibility that we would sense God more if we risked more in seeking justice and mercy. It is about the privilege of prayer and citizenship in heaven, as a preference to the privileges of the world. … Continue reading Do We Plough New Ground Or Play In The Comfort Of Our Privilege? →

How Would The Opening Up of Heaven Touch You?

 Good Morning Friends, Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling fresco portrays God reaching to touch Adam with his finger as an act of creation itself and indeed the giving of life. Then there is the image of Thomas touching Jesus’s wounds in the painting, The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, by Caravaggio. But do not be hard on Thomas. The … Continue reading How Would The Opening Up of Heaven Touch You? →

Are Doubts Getting In The Way Of Us Having Our Primary Identity In Christ?

Good Morning Friends, Tomorrow is the Fourth of July, and many began the celebration in advance and will have it as a day off tomorrow. For me, it has prompted me to consider all the hats I have worn in the past, currently wear now and might well wear in the future. And as I … Continue reading Are Doubts Getting In The Way Of Us Having Our Primary Identity In Christ? →

How Do Our Efforts and God’s Plan Interact In A Changing World?

Good Morning Friends, Here we are between Juneteenth and Independence Day, and so it is appropriate that our scripture from Amos starts out with a moving invocation of national remembrance of God’s ancient deliverance of the Hebrew people from bondage in Egypt.  But since I am not a big fan of replacement theology I for … Continue reading How Do Our Efforts and God’s Plan Interact In A Changing World? →

Are We Listening To What It Means To Be A Disciple and Servant?

Good Morning Friends, Most people wish to serve God, but unfortunately only in an advisory capacity. Too few are committed to actively be a disciple and disciple others and extend the love of God to places and people where it is needed. Sometimes we are called to serve in places not so pleasant. Most are … Continue reading Are We Listening To What It Means To Be A Disciple and Servant? →

Will Our Places Of Collective Worship Finish Well?

Good Morning Friends, In the Roman Catholic tradition, yesterday was the day for honoring the martyred lives of the Apostles Peter and Paul. They are important characters in the Christian faith for Protestants and Jews too because they show us how very different people might work in the tension of relationships for a common objective. … Continue reading Will Our Places Of Collective Worship Finish Well? →

Did You Know That In Giving Hope To The Poor You Draw Closer To Being Sanctified By God?

Good Morning Friends, Ok you probably have experienced growing closer to God as you seek the help of Christ in the forgiveness of your sins. You have probably experienced Jesus in prayer and praises. And you probably have become more knowledgeable in reading and trusting and applying His Word…even inspired. However, Did You Know That … Continue reading Did You Know That In Giving Hope To The Poor You Draw Closer To Being Sanctified By God? →

Will We Have The Grace To Rebuild On The Right Foundation?

Good Morning Friends, Grace has been defined as “unmerited favor”. In human association, we have no greater example of grace than that shown to Jehoiachin. He did evil in the sight of the Lord. He was an adversary of Jeremiah but a favorite of the people. And ultimately despite grace the sin of Jehoiachin and … Continue reading Will We Have The Grace To Rebuild On The Right Foundation? →