It will be normal for all people, to be all of these things, in full measure, all of the time, in the perfect world soon to be bequeathed to us (who believe) by the last Adam at His soon return in glory.   In the Great Scheme of Things… It is normal to be healthy,... Continue Reading

If the Spirit is in you waging war against your flesh in a great battle, then be both convicted and comforted, for God is at work in you calling you to greater holiness, righteousness, and obedience. Be convicted, but also be comforted, and follow the Spirit into greater conformity to Christ.   I saw a... Continue Reading

Our interest is faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, conforming our lives to His example and being His witnesses to the world. Theirs tends to be a free market, free speech and some overlapping interests in social ethics. But given the right conditions they would turn on us as viciously as they fought for us.... Continue Reading

You ask, “Should I stop trying?” No. But don’t treat the trying as the goal. You are not saved by effort. You are saved by Christ. And the One who saves you meets you where you have no strength left to walk.   The fall happened fast. One step off the gravel, and the edge... Continue Reading

There is a difference between God’s creational love, and His covenantal love. We may accurately state, that God loves all of His creation, with a “creational” love; but we are not telling the truth, when we try to convince people that God loves everyone (the same) with regard to His covenantal (saving) love.   If... Continue Reading

Bethlehem was never meant to be a monument. It was a doorway. Through it, God entered His own creation, not as a conqueror demanding tribute, but as a king who would rule by dying. He came to reign over a people not defined by borders but by surrender.    Micah 5:2 · Matthew 1:18‑2:15 The night smelled of dust... Continue Reading

This one Covenant of Grace unites the household of faith, ties Scripture together as all normative in all ages, provides a timeless ethic, opposes pride based on human merit or achievement, and points to salvation by grace alone, based on our Sovereign’s great, eternal love—not our feeble attempts, which could never satisfy.   Dr. Scott... Continue Reading

Stop seeking satisfaction in broken cisterns and present yourself to God as a living sacrifice. Commit your heart to Him and His ways, rest in His redemption, and live in truth, justice and righteousness.   She asked if I had time to talk. When a spot in my day cleared I called her. My sister... Continue Reading

““Daniel received more insights into God’s dealings in history and the spiritual meaning of the contemporary affairs of his day than any of us are likely to “enjoy.” But even if we never have visions like Daniel’s (which is a relief as far as I’m concerned!) we can emulate both his life of persistent prayer... Continue Reading

Only when we view God’s providence through the lens of Scripture will you and I be able to properly cope with tragedy when it strikes. Only then will we be able to trust God even when we do not understand.   Like a weaned child with his mother; Like a weaned child is my soul... Continue Reading