They criticized the alcoholic. Because he is compared to those who are not. They criticize the violent. Because he has compared to those who take care not to hurt. They criticize the drug addict. Because he is compared to those who are fully productive. People do these things among themselves, admitting that there is a … Continue reading
Jacob
The grandson of Abraham, Jacob. Just one generation removed, yet so radically unlike his grandfather. Read the account in Genesis of his life. He was a bit of a scoundrel. But he was so even in the womb. Say what you want about him. But consider this, he was designed to raise and teach the … Continue reading
Our Personal Altar
I wrote this in 2012. By his Grace, my wanderings have brought me back to the spectacular. May The souls of my brothers find cool water here. Picture borrowed from http://www.westhighlandbaptistchurch.com/ Jesus, my God and King. I stop here to lay a white stone on the top of my altar of life. As a child … Continue reading
Dad
If Jesus was your father would you be proud of him? Would it upset you if people hated him? Would you be willing to help him in his Great quest to adopt as many children as he can? Would it bother you when you hear people use your dad’s name is a cuss word? “I … Continue reading
Do It!
You may say in your heart, “I’m ready to start talking about Jesus every opportunity I get”. But if you haven’t been doing it, you and I both know the reason. You’re afraid of what people will say about you. You’re afraid you’ll lose your job. You’re afraid you’ll lose your friends and your social … Continue reading
What Floats Your Boat?
People dwell on the things they love. They are more than willing, they are anxious, to talk about the things that excite them. What gets you excited? If an angel was sent by Jesus to test you, to see if you were prepared to give him the gospel, would he find you ready? How do … Continue reading
Words From There 