We were (still are) wallowing in the pit–repeatedly sinning with no possibility of perfection or purpose. But the beauty of it is, our God loved us enough to bring about the most glorious and important intervention. God himself (through the person of his Son) paid the penalty for the sins of any and all who… Read More
Passing through the fire
I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians… Read More
Philippians 3:2 All Bark and No Bite
Is my salvation dependent on some human ritual? No, it’s a gift that only Jesus Christ can give me–there’s nothing I or any one else can do to earn it. Thank you, Jesus. Philippians 3:2 (New Living Translation) Watch out for those dogs, those people who do evil, those mutilators who say… Read More
Dei-Phototropism
Designed and planted by the Master Gardener2 and nourished by His Word, I bask in His love song.3 Turning my face to His Son, I am showered with blessings, cascaded with rivers of His Light.4 When winter storms buffet and ice weighs heavily on my branches, I remain rooted deeply, secure in the green pastures… Read More
