Creation · Cross · Genesis · Israel · Power · Proof for God · Redemption · Resurrection · Revelation · Satan

5 Ways God Shows His Power

If our God is not mighty, how could we rely or count on Him? If He is omnipotent, meaning He is all powerful, or unlimited in power, then nothing that is a part of His will is too hard for Him to handle. When we know and own that our God is all powerful, then… Continue reading 5 Ways God Shows His Power

Death · Grief · Hope · Jesus · Revelation · Suffering · Uncategorized

Christians Are Not Called to Skip the Grieving Process

As a pastor, one of the things that I deal with is death. I have officiated in the burial of  many people: young and old, rich and poor, those who claim Christ, and those who do not. For Christians, there is a different perspective on death than unbelievers. When we lose a Christian, we grieve… Continue reading Christians Are Not Called to Skip the Grieving Process

Cross · Holiness · Husband · Jesus · Marriage · Sacrifice · Wife

Marriage Built on Holiness, Not Happiness

Today we have moved marriage from the idea of holiness to happiness. We have forgotten that marriage was once called “holy matrimony” and both the wedding itself, and the marriage were made to be holy.  Not only does our society misunderstand holiness, but even some who weekly dawn the pews have missed what it is,… Continue reading Marriage Built on Holiness, Not Happiness

Psalms · Sheltering Mercy

Soul-Refreshing Prayers from the Psalms: A Review

Baker Publishing Group sent me an advanced copy of their new book “Sheltering Mercy” by Ryan Whitaker Smith and Dan Wilt, and asked me to review it. My personal devotions have been from the Psalms the last two years so I found it to be of potential interest. OVERVIEW This is a book of prayers… Continue reading Soul-Refreshing Prayers from the Psalms: A Review