Some people allow their suffering, pain, hurts, or problems to produce paralysis and throw their life into neutral. Paul gives us a different outlook in Ephesians 3:1-2 where he says he is a prisoner “on behalf of you Gentiles”. He continued, “God’s grace was given to me for you”. Paul realized his suffering was beneficial […]
Brother
I was recently introduced to the music of the Rhett Walker Band. Their music is awesome. I don’t care if you like the “style” of music, it is obvious that the lyrics have been birthed out of a life transformed by the radical grace of God. I had the privilege of personally meeting the members […]
Having Trouble Forgiving? Maybe This Will Help!
I don’t promote my own messages or sermons on my blog. It just feels awkward. However, this past Sunday, I shared a story of hate and murder that consumed my heart for almost two years. God freed me and gave me the power to forgive the person that had wounded me. Whether you are having […]
An Open Letter to Dr. Terry Jones
Dear Pastor Dr. Terry Jones, I write this letter with little hope that #1 you would read it and #2 that it would make a difference, but I feel something should be said, whether the advice is heeded or not, that sir, is your choice. As a fellow Christian pastor, I urge you to stop […]
Suffering Afflictions and Going the Second Mile
Oswald Chambers’ Devotion for July 14… Suffering Afflictions and Going the Second Mile But I say, do not resist an evil person! If someone slaps you on the right cheek, offer the other cheek also. – Matthew 5:39 This verse reveals the humiliation of being a Christian. In the natural realm, if a person does […]