Many have heard about the 7 last sayings of Christ on the cross. Few have heard of the 7 post-resurrection sayings of Christ. These are the things he said as he appeared to Mary Magdalene (and Mary, the mother of James), Cleopas and the unnamed disciple on their way back to Emmaus, Thomas, the Eleven, […]
Reflections
What I learn about myself during March Madness
Here are some things I learn about myself during March Madness which I think are general human principles: 1) We love sports because it gives us a chance to cheer for something larger than ourselves. We get so easily bored with life because we are so busy chasing after small, selfish pursuits. Lesson 1: We […]
Is it possible to know the will of God? (part II)
Knowing the will of God is not always easy. From Acts 6-7, we looked at the importance of the community that you are a part of helping to guide your personal role and calling. For the leaders of the early church, it was the growing need of the widows who were not being properly cared […]
Is it possible to know the will of God? (part I)
Knowing the will of God is not always easy. We all know the universal will of God in terms of the universal calling of believers to make disciples of all nation (Great Commission) or to love God and love neighbor as yourself. But what does this mean specifically? The Bible shows many people in the […]
Psalm 13: Thinking Turned To Trusting
As I reflect back on 2009, I see that I have had many questions. Why did this happen? Why isn’t this happening? And I observe a pattern of me thinking and thinking and spinning my wheels asking many questions but rarely finding an answer. The psalmist confesses that he finds himself wrestling with his thoughts. […]
Psalm 79:9 – For Your Name's Sake
Why strive to live a Christian life that means more than attending a Christmas service or Easter service once a year? Why struggle against our sinfulness and try to be holy? The answer is a simple one, yet often overlooked. It is because, as the psalmist would say, “for your name’s sake.” God’s name, His […]