Twice in the last few weeks I have seen posts that pitted Scripture against the Holy Spirit. In both cases the statement was worded in such a way as to say that the individual was going to trust the moving of the Spirit over (and in one contrary to Scripture). These were posts I did... Continue Reading →
In my last scripture reflection, on Mark 13, I sped by an idea that deserves to be spelled out in more detail, how Jesus' words in that passage relate to current events and "End Times Prophecy". A few weeks ago I wrote about Pat Robertson's reaction to Russia's invasion of Ukraine (here). Since that time... Continue Reading →
Prayer Eternal God, you revealed to the disciples the everlasting glory of Jesus Christ. Grant us, who have not seen and yet believe, the gift of your Holy Spirit, that we may boldly live the gospel and shine with your transforming glory, as people changed and changing through the redeeming presence of our Savior. Amen.... Continue Reading →
We all want God to simply part the clouds and look down on us, or to verbally communicate with us, unmediated. But, that cannot be, God is far too great, and we are far too insignificant. I am not sure what encountering God’s unmediated presence (I want to use terms like “real” and “physical” but... Continue Reading →
Saints & Idiots 