The Christian faith stands unique in all of history as the only faith that has a God who saves. Vishnu, Brahma and Shiva do not save. The god of Islam does not save. Confucius does not save. Buddha does not save. Atheism does not save. The state does not save. These all admit … [Read more...] about The God Who Saves
Life in Christendom
What is the vision of life that we are called to delight in? What does life under the throne of grace look like for families, cats and bankers? Here is my attempt at making some inroads into the beauty of a Christ centred life.
A Simple Faith
The Christian faith is not a complicated faith. Repent and believe the Gospel, that your sins may be blotted out and times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord (Acts 3:19-20). Believe that Jesus died and rose from the dead and in so doing, washed away all your … [Read more...] about A Simple Faith
Pondering God’s Goodness in our Distress
First, read this hymn by Horatio Spafford, When peace, like a river, attends my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say, It is well, it is well, with my soul. Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come, Let this … [Read more...] about Pondering God’s Goodness in our Distress
Fellowship
Fellowship with other believers is a wonderful thing. In coming together we find comfort, strength, spiritual growth, humility, and joy. We find a home away from home in our travels and rest from our labour among friends. All of which is grounded, and contingent upon walking … [Read more...] about Fellowship
Plant and Build
Jesus was non-compliant. He did not live His life along the lines drawn by the religious leaders or even the civil leaders of His day. He lived His life along the lines laid out for Him by God and taught His disciples to do likewise. This did not require rebellion. It required … [Read more...] about Plant and Build