Ah, the New Year—a fresh start, a blank page in the journal of life, and the perfect time to buy a planner you’ll stop using by March. (No judgment here; my 2023 planner is now a glorified grocery list.) But instead of chasing fleeting resolutions, let’s prioritize what matters most: spiritual goals rooted in scripture.Continue reading “Grow in God’s Grace: Spiritual Goals for the New Year”
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The Danger of Personalizing Scripture: It’s Not About Us, It’s About God
Years ago, when I was in a college church group, one of the leaders encouraged us to personalize scripture by inserting our names into the verses. The idea was that this would make the Bible feel more relevant, helping us embrace the message. I loved it – I even printed out a verse with myContinue reading “The Danger of Personalizing Scripture: It’s Not About Us, It’s About God”
the unveiling majesty
In moments of grief and solitude, we often find solace in the pages of our Bible. After my dad’s passing, I turned to the familiar words of Psalm 23, seeking comfort. As I continued to read, Psalm 29 unfolded before me like a tapestry of profound theology, stopping me in my tracks. Join me inContinue reading “the unveiling majesty”
Through the Hymns: Crown Him with Many Crowns
The blog post explores the rich legacy of the hymn “Crown Him with Many Crowns”, an expression of profound Christian faith written by Matthew Bridges in mid-19th century. The hymn, inspired by the Book of Revelation, beautifully captures the varied facets of Jesus Christ’s glory and reign, encouraging believers to celebrate His triumph. The role of Jesus as the Lamb, Conqueror of Death, Lord of Peace, Lord of Love, and Eternal Creator is emphasized through the hymn, drawing deep connections to scripture.
holiness, legalism and being a goody-goody
When did pursuing holiness become legalistic? Not long ago, a friend invited me out to a movie. I politely declined. There were multiple reasons for this. Movie tickets are expensive, even when it is a matinee. I can never avoid the temptation of purchasing that jumbo-sized bag of popcorn – yes, I would like extraContinue reading “holiness, legalism and being a goody-goody”