Loathing Self, Looking to Jesus, Laughing at the Devil

In 1739, Charles Wesley penned the lyrics to “O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing.” The fourth verse is especially encouraging. Let’s spend a few minutes reminding ourselves of the Gospel as presented by one of our church fathers. His blood can make the foulest clean; his blood availed for me. What do we learn in the Bible? … More Loathing Self, Looking to Jesus, Laughing at the Devil

Christian Growth

In the Old Testament, Samuel is an individual who can be admired. He is not perfect. He is not without sin. He is not without need for a Savior. However, despite his original sin and total depravity, he is a Christian hero to be admired. And what do we know of this saint? 1 Samuel … More Christian Growth

Legalistic Sabbath Police

Jesus knew the Greatest Commandment. He understood perfectly how to love the Father with all his heart, soul, mind, and strength. He also knew the Second Greatest Commandment extremely well. This rule of love was prescribed, memorized, taught, and modeled by him. He excelled in exemplifying the love for neighbor desired, expected, and demanded by the Holy … More Legalistic Sabbath Police