Since I have a Savior who was crucified on behalf of my sins, I will not totally accept myself for who I am.
Category: Quick Reflections
Baptism’s Truth
Oh Baptism, with so many conflicting teachings, where can I find your proof for truth? Tradition or conviction? “He who believes and is baptized will be saved...” Mark 16:16 Sprinkle or immerse? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death... Romans 6:4 Remission or gesture? “Repent, and let every one of you be … Continue reading Baptism’s Truth
One Big Contradiction
Depression feels like one big contradiction. You want to be happy and motivated yet everything inside you is telling you not to do what you need to succeed. So what do you do? Find what makes it worth it and go against everything you're feeling for this purpose. It's exhausting to push through, but the … Continue reading One Big Contradiction
A Culture of Patronage
When reading your bible, be aware that they lived in a culture of patronage; a system where a patron would use their abilities, influence, or position to obtain something for someone that they couldn't obtain for themselves in exchange for the obligation to be of service when called upon; where the gift of the patron … Continue reading A Culture of Patronage
Meet People Where They’re At
You have to meet people where they're at and then give them nudges. The amount of the nudge depends on where they're at.
Reasoning to Persuade
Paul's zeal in reasoning to persuade any and every person is a testimony of Jesus' proclamation to go preach the gospel to every creature.
Obedience to Spread the Gospel
To heed intimidation against the spread of the gospel would be in submission to men rather than God.
The Way of Escape
God has given us everything we need to overcome temptation. When we truly believe that God will not allow us to be tempted beyond what we can bear and always provides us with the way of escape, we will find it and overcome temptation.
No More Tears
All tears will be wiped away and we will bask in admiration of the One we have given all our being to.
The Moon and the Stars
Did you look at the moon and stars this morning? If so, did you look at them in amazement of what God has created or did you not give them much thought?
Truth in Love 