In times of trouble, trial, and tribulation, it is very easy for believers to sin with their brains and tongues. According to Paul, Christians are always in danger of having their minds conformed to this world. And according to James, Christ-followers are always a half-step away from using their tongues under the influence of hell. … More Sinning and Repenting Saints
In our flesh, how arrogant we are. We think our good works — which are described by the Divine Appraiser as filthy rags — are worth something in God’s sight. We prove to have too low a view of God’s holy standard. We also show we have too high a view of our performance. This … More Wise in Our Own Conceit
Towards the end of the book of Job, a young man named Elihu decides to speak. Thus far, he has shown deference to the other older and more mature counselors, but he can contain himself no longer. He states: Behold, my belly is like wine that has no vent; like new wineskins ready to burst. … More He’s About to Burst
