As Paul continues in Romans 11, we find he continues with his discussion regarding the nation of Israel. And the mystery of the gospel message to the Gentile nation. There are those who question whether perhaps God abandoned His promises to the children of Abraham. However, the Apostle Paul presents the argument that due to … Continue reading “What Is the Mystery Compelling Us to Worship God?”
Patience is not a trait I seem to have much of. A lesson God has worked on in my heart for a long time. Yet, just when I think I have it, I am tested and again find I have none. In part, I am a “doer” in a sense. The one not satisfied until … Continue reading “How to Wait with Patience. Who? Me?”
If I tried to tell you that tragedy, pain, and suffering just will not come into your life; you would know I was lying. Tragic suffering comes at us from all sides. Whether that be the widow or widower overwhelmed by grief, the fear of an unseen enemy, or it be the deep dark sorrows … Continue reading “How to Know Steadfast Joy to Overcome Tragic Suffering”
Our human nature tends to always try to take advantage of God’s lovingkindness. Or at the least we tend to expect His goodness to give us everything we desire, as though we somehow deserve it. Then we become angry, frustrated, disobedient, and critical whenever God tells us no or wait. Our faith goes muttering on … Continue reading “How to Really Stop Abusing the Goodness of God”
My plan had been to move on to discussing “How to Not abuse the goodness of God”. However, I believe it best to those around us who are constantly questioning God’s goodness. They surround us. But even more tragic, we see that same tendency within our own hearts. A crisis occurs and we question if … Continue reading “Questioning God’s Goodness. Who, Why and Why not?”
