Context In the days of Jonah, Nineveh became famous for their spiritual idolatry, neighborly abuse, and political power. They had been granted a good run by the Ruler of the universe. They ate up the nations around them. They defeated, dominated, and decimated the northern kingdom of Israel in 722 BC. The Assyrians appeared to … More Our Furious and Fantastic Savior
Dr. Jesus encourages his sick and not yet desperate hearers: “Any one of you who does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:33) Dr. Paul encourages his sick and not yet desperate readers: “But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count … More When Humble Desperation is Good
This month is “Pride Month,” and we are in the midst of a 30-day celebration of debauchery. Our White House and other governmental bodies have issued forth their proclamations of support. Corporations have lined up to spend their money and endorse the LGBTQQIP2SAA movement. In our post-Christian land, a large number of our neighbors are … More Before We Cast Our Stones …
Unfathomable Grace 