In every religion of man there is an element of what can be called peace. Even among the seculars there is a place where men call themselves peaceful. But the peace they proudly wave about is more passivity for the sake of gain. Today I read a small story in the news about how many … Continue reading
Hidden? No.
They hide behind their eyes; Concealing their perceptions. They hide behind their ears; Morphing what they heard. They hide behind their arms; A fake embrace of welcome. They hide behind their handshake; Never intending to fulfill their agreement. They hide behind their lips; Speaking golden liquid words. In this they hide from God’s people. Yet … Continue reading
Cutting the Difference
Christmas is coming. Many will now turn to a false religion. From their daily life of caring nothing for the things of God, they will now act as though the gospel belongs to them. They will quote a portion of Scripture that says, “Peace on earth and goodwill to men”. Smiles on peoples faces, music … Continue reading
Merry Christmas?
Is it ridiculous to say “Merry Christmas” to the rebellious souls of this world? Someone would answer, “Why would you not put a smile on someone else’s face”? Isn’t saying Merry Christmas to one who does not have eternal life in Christ, like trying to make a condemned prisoner smile by telling him the world … Continue reading
Do Not Be Careless
I have learned the hard way, and often, that if a man rests in this world’s things the flesh will overtake him. If a man is not diligent to do the things of the Living God’s Holy Christ, spiritual righteousness will not overtake him. He will be overtaken by utter unrighteousness. If anyone believes otherwise, … Continue reading
Formation
With decades ahead of them, praise in their hand, The young folks will seek the good of the land. What could they know of what lay ahead; How sorrows will drench their unkempt bed. They’ll grow old soon enough when wisdom comes home, When abandon comes knocking; leaving them all alone. Everyone’s salted with fire, … Continue reading
