Have you ever thought about the fact that it doesn’t rain 24/7 around the globe? If God can do anything, why doesn’t he make it rain 24/7, just because? That’s what I would do if I were God. “Ha! Look at me! I can make it rain constantly everywhere, just because I’m all powerful like … More Why It Doesn’t Rain 24/7
We tend to laugh at those who say, “All you need is a little more faith.” We know better. But when this one particular daddy can’t stand to see his little boy suffer, he comes in desperation to Jesus. He wonders if this popular Miracle-worker can do anything about it, and get this – Jesus … More 3 Reasons Faith-Healing Fails
I’ve avoided this topic like the plague. My views on social drinking aren’t popular, and I’m not a fan of debates over non-essentials. But two years ago, when I started writing regular posts, my purpose was to share the joy of knowing God’s Word. That purpose hasn’t changed. And sometimes you just can’t avoid what … More A One-Word Reason for Teetotaling
How would you describe a person who doesn’t obey? Maybe “disobedient” or “rebellious”? How about someone who doesn’t obey the word? Well, let’s assume “the word” is the Bible. So, to disobey the word would be to disobey God’s Word. Agree? But consider this one: Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that … More Sight for My Weak, Distracted Eyes
How do you use “salt” six times in three consecutive sentences to refer to four or five entirely different concepts? Like this: For everyone will be salted with fire. Salt is good, but if the salt has lost its saltiness, how will you make it salty again? Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with … More Rabbit Trails That Don’t Make Sense
Have you observed the average evangelical church of today with Bible in hand? If so, you may have noticed a number of things the church has that the Bible doesn’t. Buildings. Perhaps most obviously, the early church was not confined to a church building with steeple and pews. No building campaigns, mortgages, custodians, and carpet … More 10 Things the Church Has That the Bible Doesn’t
This one is just so you can join me in saying, “Whoa.” Maybe it’s old news to you. Just humor me for a sec . . . In my incredibly slow, intricate study of the book of Mark {eight months down, eight months to go}, I spent several weeks reading chapter seven repeatedly. Then someone asked, … More When a Verse Goes Missing
