This week, I happened upon a letter written from a church father to his dear children in the faith. In this letter, this very wise and seasoned minister wished for his congregants to rehearse and rejoice in all that God had done, was doing, and would do for them. When I read this letter years … More The Letter
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
The official ministry of Jesus has begun, and he is found on the mountain with his disciples. It is here that his famous discourse begins. Our version of his sermon begins with the following words: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven. (Matthew 5:3) It is clear … More Blessed Poverty
Unfathomable Grace 