In this life, some things simply cannot be undone. Accepting this goes a long way towards finding peace with God - who not only forgives what cannot be undone, but who gives more grace to us in our weakness. This message is becoming more and more important as the fall out from … [Read more...] about Undone
Forgiveness
Black and White in a Grey World
Has anyone else noticed the intense amount of race-related media coverage over the last few years or was it just my imagination? The United States has always gotten a bang out of dividing it's people this way, so no real surprises there. But race-baiting throughout the western … [Read more...] about Black and White in a Grey World
Monuments of Bread and Wine
For many Christians, the meaning of the Lord's Supper has been limited to the idea of remembrance. We hold our breath, muster a contrite heart, and try and remember what Jesus has accomplished through His death on the cross in a way that doesn't get us killed (1 Corinthians … [Read more...] about Monuments of Bread and Wine
All our Troubles Removed by Love
Sin troubles the mind. It plagues the conscience, burdens the soul, weakens the knees and pains the heart. But where there is great pain, there is also great pardon. Israel had sinned and her sin was great. Her cities had been destroyed and she now found herself in the misery … [Read more...] about All our Troubles Removed by Love
When Love Takes Hold
John was a Disciple of Jesus. He was young, reckless and he was the one Apostle who lived to see all of those He loved die. John's self-description throughout his letters is usually, “the disciples whom Jesus loved.” This gives us insight into what it was that made John tick. … [Read more...] about When Love Takes Hold