A Layman’s Thoughts on Revelation (1:1-3)

Revelation begins with its own title clearly stated, it also comes with a promise: “Blessed is he that readeth, and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein.” Prophecy, especially New Testament prophecy, is meant to bring comfort to believers.

Are You Living on the Edge?

The story is told of a wealthy landowner back in the days of the horse and carriage who was looking to hire a driver. In order to get to one of his properties there was a very dangerous road the led up a mountain side. On one side of the road was the mountain, and … Continue reading Are You Living on the Edge?

If Only I Had…

How many times have you looked back on your life and thought: “If only I had done ____  life would have worked out so much differently for me!” Much of our lives are predicated on the big “If’s” we face. Solomon sought to save his son a life of regrets and “If-only-I-had’s” in this second … Continue reading If Only I Had…

Monday Musings: God is Worthy Because God is Good

For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.  (Psalms 100:5) Because God is absolutely great in power and majesty, He has the ability to be absolutely good. This more than just a characteristic of God. It is something which He has the unhindered ability to carry out. There … Continue reading Monday Musings: God is Worthy Because God is Good

Who Is This Proverbs 31 Lady, Anyway? (P. 4)

Proverbs 31:16-20 (16)  She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. (17)  She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms. (18)  She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night. (19)  She layeth her hands to the spindle, and … Continue reading Who Is This Proverbs 31 Lady, Anyway? (P. 4)

Paul the Concerned Father (1 Thessalonians 2:9-12)

One summer, years ago, I had the great privilege of working at a Christian camp ministry in Colorado. Sometimes I worked on the maintenance crew, and some weeks I worked as a counselor with kids in my own cabin. I didn’t realize it at the time, but during my times as a counselor, God was teaching me some very important parenting lessons.