Saving faith leads to sanctified faithfulness, and this is the patten of all who are members of the household of faith. These two aspects — saving faith and sanctified faithfulness — ought not be combined as many do in certain religious communities. One is not gradually converted by faithfulness. The declaration of righteousness given by God is not slowly infused. … More Faith and Faithfulness
Jesus came to earth to be the “Friend of Sinners,” and he was constantly surrounded by such despicable folk. This was especially true during the final hours of his life. Self-serving, manipulative, and murderous priests were ministering in his Temple. Wicked kings, elders, judges, and governmental leaders abused the positions God had granted them. Foolish religious worshipers panted for the release … More Forget Fairness
Solomon has built a magnificent house of worship for the Lord. He has followed the Lord’s will, and the house has been filled with furnishings, priests, musicians, sacrifices and much prayer. And because Solomon’s worship was regulated according to the principles of God, the Holy Spirit graced God’s people with his holy presence. And when the priests came … More A Great Morning Prayer
Unfathomable Grace 