Don't waste your cancer

Don’t waste your cancer. Use it to help others.

Don't waste your cancer. Use it to help others. I wish I could take credit for the title. I borrowed it from a short booklet called Don't waste your cancer, by John Piper. It's true for more than "just" cancer, not that cancer is a small thing. Rather, my point ...
“The LORD Said. I Think. Oops! That Was Me!”

The LORD Said. I Think. Oops! That Was Me!

“The LORD Said. I Think. Oops! That Was Me!”  Yeah, that really happens.  I do wish I could take credit for my title, but I can't.  It's from a book by T. F. Tenney, titled The Lord Said-- Or Was That Me: Some More Advice Unasked For And Seldom Heeded.  I'll hopefully ...
God’s Covenant With Noah

God’s Covenant With Noah

God’s Covenant With Noah

Ge 9:1 Then God blessed Noah and his sons, saying to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number and fill the earth. 2 The fear and dread of you will fall upon all the beasts of the earth and all the birds of the air, ...

Did God Forsake You If Cancer Surgery Isn't 100% Successful?

Did God Forsake You If Cancer Surgery Isn’t 100% Successful?

Never will I leave you or forsake you. I suppose pretty much every Christian knows that line. Or something like it, depending on which translation you read. It's from God. But do we know where it comes from? And of course, the ultimate questions related to that line - do ...
the way back home - from hell on earth to heaven

The Way Back Home

The Way Back Home.  But the way back home from where?  And to where?  I first wrote this one back on October 25, 2013. I cried when I wrote it. It still makes me cry. Even when I hear this song now, it's got a whole added meaning to it ...
Is condemnation in Christianity a you problem

Is condemnation in Christianity a you problem?

Is condemnation in Christianity a you problem? While out walking this afternoon, there were two people across the street from me that were so loud you couldn’t help but hear them. Given COVID concerns right now, I’m glad they were on the other side of the street! Anyway, the relevant ...
what can Christians learn from politics?

What can Christians learn from political parties?

I was going for a walk the other day and had this thought -what can Christians can learn from political parties? It's amazing what we think about while walking our furry friends. Like Donnie, the little guy below. I know, it sounds crazy. Especially from someone who keeps pointing out ...
Can Christians focus on Jesus now? Please?

Can Christians focus on Jesus now? Please?

Can Christians focus on Jesus now? Please? We all realize murder is wrong. What we don't seem to realize, haven't yet learned, is that every other unkind thing we do to each other is just as wrong! ...
After you have suffered a little while

After you have suffered a little while

After you have suffered a little while. Who are we talking about? And what is a little while? Not to mention, what happens after the suffering? And maybe, what is the suffering? How about why will this suffering take place? But first, where does this even come from? ...

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After you have suffered a little while is reflective and application-oriented in its approach to Bible study. Here’s a brief summary:
Reflective Analysis: The page delves into the concept of suffering as mentioned in the Bible, particularly focusing on 1 Peter 5:10 and the Beatitudes from Matthew 5:3-12. It encourages readers to reflect on the nature of suffering and its role in the life of a Christian.
Application to Life: It discusses how the teachings of Jesus and the experiences of suffering can be applied to a believer’s life. The text emphasizes the growth process of a Christian and the eternal perspective on trials and tribulations.
Biblical Context: The author stresses the importance of understanding the context of biblical passages, highlighting that the suffering mentioned is specific to those who are truly followers of Jesus Christ.
Eternal Perspective: The discussion leads to considering the transitory nature of earthly suffering compared to the eternity promised in the Christian faith, encouraging an eternal outlook on life’s challenges.

God is our refuge and strength

God is our refuge and strength

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. That's the verse of the day from YouVersion. Lots of Christians know this verse, even if they aren't aware of knowing it. Martin Luther's hymn, “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" comes from the Psalm containing that line. But ...

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God is our refuge and strength is reflective in nature. Here’s a brief overview:
Reflective Tone: The text invites readers to introspect and examine their own beliefs and actions in light of biblical teachings, particularly Psalm 46.
Personal Application: It encourages a personal application of the scripture, questioning whether individuals truly live out the belief that “God is our refuge and strength.”
Analytical Approach: The author analyzes the discrepancy between what Christians profess and how they live, suggesting a form of self-deception.
Biblical References: The page includes references to biblical passages, such as Ezekiel 7 and Revelation 21, to contrast the outcomes of living with or without God as one’s refuge.

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