Most of us who call ourselves devoted Christians would not openly deny Jesus. But as the old saying goes, actions speak louder than words. While we may not openly and deliberately deny him with our mouths, how often do we deny him with our actions? As Christians we are called to not just talk the talk but walk the walk.
Advent Devotion: Bombarded With Stuff
The “Christmas season” this year, as I observed it, began on about November 1. “Christmas season” is in quotations because while Christmas decorations fill the stores, the focus is not so much on Christmas as it is on commercialism and materialism. Though we have a tendency to forget each year, this is how this “season” … Continue reading Advent Devotion: Bombarded With Stuff
Advent Devotion: Never Tire
In his second letter to the Thessalonians, Paul makes a passing remark that reads kind of like an "oh by the way" as you're heading out the door comment. His oh by the way: "never tire from doing good." No big deal, right? The truth is doing good can be ever so tiring. Doing good … Continue reading Advent Devotion: Never Tire
Advent Devotion: God Chose You
2 Corinthians 2:13 "God chose you as firstfruits..." In a world where God has disappeared from the forefront, God chose you to represent Him on this planet. I'm pausing here to let that sink in and I suggest you do the same. When people share their testimonies, I often hear phrases like this: "I accepted … Continue reading Advent Devotion: God Chose You
Advent Devotion: The meaning of trust
What does it mean to trust? In this society, it is a difficult thing to do. We have identity theft, terrorism threats, politicians failing us, a poor economy, and the never-changing failure of relationships. So, how do we trust? Who do we trust?