Practical Generosity
An effective lifestyle of giving can be summed up in one sentence. Practical generosity. I’ve never really been good at crafts or art – though I do appreciate good stuff when I see it. I am pretty good at tying …
Tag: Society and Culture
Society and Culture examines the prevailing public sentiment as expressed in art, literature, laws and other public venues which showcase popular attitudes. If you want a snapshot of the public conscience, just look at what is promoted in Society and Culture.
Prophecy and Christ
I have been in a ‘conversation’ with someone which centered on the uniqueness of Christ, prophecy, and the Word of God, versus the religions of the world. The issue being addressed was that this person has read books by some …
God Loves the Lost – Part 2
Believe it or not, God loves the lost. There are plenty of people around who hear something from ‘a religious person’ and accept it at face value, rather than verifying what is said with the Word of God. These people …
The Fruit of Salvation
Ephesians 2:8-10 “For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: not of works lest any man should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good …
Should Christians Be Political?
Should Christians be political? There seems to be a general consensus that our country (the United States) has somehow gotten ‘on the wrong track’ lately. Many people I talk to have plenty of complaints, and yet no one seems to …
God loves the lost
God loves the lost. This fact is missed because many people have an image of God as some old bearded guy just sitting on a throne somewhere ‘up there.’ He’s just waiting for the opportunity to punish us whenever we …
The Just Shall Live By Faith
People often have a faulty or inaccurate view of God. Some people don’t know Him at all. Others view Him as some sadistic monster with an ego that is out of control. Some don’t believe He exists at all. Those …
The Future of Captain America
I recently saw the latest addition to the Marvel Comics film repertoire, “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.” I admit I am a fiction/sci-fi geek, and the story lines and special effects of these movies grab my attention! This latest installment …
Sodom: Wrath or Grace? – Part 5
The Lord often gives us specific instructions, such as “You shall not steal” (Exodus 20:15). This is especially true when it comes to those things that are directly contrary to His will. The example of Lot and his family is …
Sodom: Wrath or Grace Part 4
By the time it took the two angels/travelers to enter the city of Sodom, find lot and sit down to have a meal the entire populace knew they were there. It didn’t seem to take long before everyone in the …