Smile With Me….

by | May 7, 2009 | Uncategorized

I was studying Micah 2 and trying to make sense out of it with my commentary. Then I saw an application for our (hopefully) future book and I wrote in a file for that book (on the topic of “sin management):”Sin Management comes from not fully facing sin...

When to Carry Other’s Burdens

by | Apr 29, 2009 | Galatians, helping

Today, I’m finishing up reading Galatians for 30 times (stretched over 6 weeks) and I love to be reminded of the truth of Galatians 6:2,5:”Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ…for each one should carry...

Prayer or “Good Thoughts”?

by | Apr 12, 2009 | Easter, prayer

I’ve been praying for the safety of Captain Phillips who was kidnapped by the pirates off the coast of Somalia. And I’ve been praying for him and his family will come to know Jesus. As the sister-in-law of Captain Phillips was interviewed on television,...

The Offense of the Cross

by | Apr 11, 2009 | Galatians, grace

In Galatians, Paul is dealing with his “children in the faith” being drawn away to believe that they must be circumcised and follow the Jewish ceremonial laws and regulations. He is trying to persuade them that only faith in Jesus through the cross is...

“Walk This Way”

by | Apr 7, 2009 | seeing Jesus

If you’re a fan of the movie, “Young Frankenstein,” you’ll recognize the phrase “Walk this way.” The hunch backed servant tells Dr. Frankenstein as he arrives, “walk this way,” as he is hunched over and walks down the...