Not one single man has ever lived that was able to please the expectations of the Most High God. I exclude the Holy Son of God from this mass of men, for he came from heaven and has ascended. But not one man has ever done the will of the Holy Father in heaven. Do … Continue reading
Suffering Complaints
Are you suffering under a burden that threatens to drive you to the dust? Has your heart become calloused, so that you will not call out to God for the sake of the things that oppress you? Have you allowed yourself to blame the One who made you? Have you come to believe that you … Continue reading
In the Shelter of his Wing
I wake up before dawn and look out my window at a light dusting of snow. Out pops a little bird, hopping about in the snowflakes. Then I wonder, “Where have you slept little one? Did you sleep among the reeds in the ditch? Did you forsake the tree limb for the shelter of the … Continue reading
Golden Stairs
Doing battle with the man I was; An exceedingly costly affair. The cost is high and sure because I must climb His golden stair. The steps are made of Molten Gold, Refining in his Fire. And every step I take, as bold, Consumes me all the higher. The price is high, as men perceive. But … Continue reading
A Righteous Rebellion
In the utter darkness of this world, this man will not remove his cloak to toss it over the Light of God. Though I perceive the wickedness of men with clarity, I will raise up the Lantern of hope. I refuse to be ashamed. I refuse to hide the Gospel of Christ Jesus. I refuse … Continue reading
To What End?
Why do you protect your family? Why do you work so hard to earn a living? Why do you go to church? Why do you read the Bible? Why do you study devotions? Why do you pray? Why do you speak the name of Christ? Are all these things only for show? Or are they … Continue reading