You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies;- Psalm 23:5a “Lord Jesus, our Good Shepherd, may we rest content in Your provision for us. You provide for us even as the Enemy watches. Help us remember that he is a defeated foe. Even as he seeks to devour us, he has no … Continue reading You Prepare a Table – Praying Psalm 23:5a
Today marks the 283rd anniversary that Jonathan Edward's preached his famous sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." It was preached on July 8, 1741, and not for the first time. This was a sermon that Edward's had preached before, but this was the time the Holy Spirit would come in power to … Continue reading Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
The following is a list of recommended resources intended to help you in your walk with the Lord. These are resources that have helped me. Some came from the past week. Others were helpful in the past. All of them have helped me grow in grace. Articles "Poetry As A Means of Grace" by Jim … Continue reading For Your Growth In Grace – July 7, 2024
This post was originally published on November 11, 2020. It has been slightly edited and updated. The visit mentioned took place in October 2020. My family recently visited my parents for a week. My parents took my old toys out of the attic for my kids to enjoy. One of the things to come out … Continue reading We Have It, So Let’s Use It (Updated)
The following post is a slightly edited prayer that was originally published on May 5, 2020… “Lord, There are times that You lead us into dark valleys. There are shadows, uncertainties, dangers. There is even death in those valleys. Whether personal death, or death of loved ones. “Enable us to remember that, even in those … Continue reading Dark Valleys: Praying Psalm 23:4
Adoption is an expensive undertaking. It can take thousands (tens of thousands) of dollars to adopt a child. Not only does it cost money, but there is also a high price of commitment, time, difficulty, and emotions. Adoption is costly. Who pays the price for adoption? Typically, the adopting parents cover the cost. The child … Continue reading The Cost of Adoption
A pastor friend once told me that faith implies not knowing. If we knew everything, we would not need to trust God. Faith includes an admittance of finitude. It requires that we acknowledge our limits of knowledge and ability. Faith includes admitting that we do not have all the answers or all the strength. We … Continue reading Faith: Trusting the One Who Knows Everything
Election years can be aggravating and tiresome. In normal election years the debates can be ridiculous and embarrassing. In this election year, the debates are on a whole new level of frustrating and embarrassing. Whoever you plan to vote for, it is likely you are worn out with all the drama. It is important that … Continue reading Election Year Reminder – Jesus Reigns
The following post is a study that I prepared for an Adirondack Pastor's Fellowship in 2020. I also preached a sermon series largely based on this outline at Pioneer Bible Church in 2023. I am revisiting these truths as I grieve my Dad's passing. I pray this can help fellow sufferers and those ministering to … Continue reading A Brief Theology of Suffering
The first day of the week is called the Lord's Day. This is to remember and celebrate the glorious truth that the Lord Jesus rose from the dead on the morning of the first day of the week (Luke 24:1). This is why the Church gathers on Sunday for corporate worship (Acts 20:7). We gather … Continue reading For Your Growth in Grace – June 30, 2024
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