How many times do the people of God need to be encouraged before they will take the mantle of the Gospel upon their shoulders? How easy it is to encourage them to be lax in the things of the Most High God. They readily embrace social peace. But war against what is wicked is relegated … Continue reading
Peace, of God!
Man is not ashamed of his greed. He is only fearful of being exposed. The zealots of false religion do not hide their zeal. They are only fearful that their lies are exposed or denounced. The timid are not ashamed of their fear. They are dressed in false peace. They are only fearful that someone … Continue reading
The Intent of Preaching
If I stand on the street corner and proclaim that all men should go to Christ, I cannot possibly expect any to remain with me. No one arrives at a street sign and makes his bed beneath it. The street sign is only a directional source of information. Neither does the street sign expect anyone … Continue reading
What is Sin?
Sin is “doing wrong”, whether in the mind or by the hands. Sin is a living being, expressed by the individual. I have spoken often about how sin disrupts the Righteousness of Eternity. I have written of how the will of God is staved off by our disobedience called sin. But Charles Spurgeon takes this … Continue reading
Defining “The Difference”
Yesterday morning, I drove to the garden supply to gather some things. As I drove, I found myself filled with a different perspective. The beauty of Spring overcame my mind. I saw the houses, lawns, people, even the shining aspects of my truck, as though they were worthy of “righteous” praise. I have not had … Continue reading
Ownership
I own nothing, because I am nothing. God is All. In the terms of man, God owns all things, and is All things. From the vacuum of space to the qualities of the tiniest diamond. God owns, and is, all things. Righteousness is, because righteousness sustains. A man may drop his pen. Therefore he is not righteous. Righteousness … Continue reading
