They asked Charles to give the prayer at the Thanksgiving meal. The only reason he was given the honor, is that he is the only one of them that attends church more than twice a year. They all bowed their heads, and Charles cut loose. “Good family. Good meat. Good god! Let’s eat!” Chuckles were … Continue reading
Actions Not Words
God does not watch the words of men, to see if they desire him. But to man’s actions his eyes are cast, to see if the man’s desire will last. By His Grace
Shining Folly
It has come and stolen what is precious. But no one seems to notice. The treasury of man has been ransacked while the guards were sleeping. Even making this proclamation requires that the story be told of the things that have been stolen. For humanity has forgotten its used to own a precious gift. A … Continue reading
Heros Succeed
Who can speak fluently of the glorious challenge that lay before for the people of God? All that is holy is expected, and rightly so, to cover us as if we are dressed in pure light. Discretion, willing obedience, mercy beyond the ability of man, faithfulness in prayer regardless our current understanding, and a laying … Continue reading
The Duty of Grace
Resourcefulness is born by the union of ingenuity and necessity. When an impasse is encountered such a child will prosper. As our body encounters limitations in this world, so it is with our faith in the Spirit. There is room for resourcefulness. Such is the duty of Grace. By His Grace
Humility Takes Hard Work
Will a man take pride in being a Christian; lording it over others in his own mind? It would do well for him to remember his humble beginnings. He himself did not ask for salvation. By the provoking and unveiling of God, by this alone he has perceived. Before the Lord touched him he did … Continue reading