Friday, April 10, 2020, is marked on many calendars as “Good Friday” and is regarded by many as the anniversary date of the crucifixion and death of Jesus of Nazareth. It happened about 2,000 years ago. So who is this Jesus of Nazareth and why do so many people take note of this day? Jesus … [Read more…]
Very often I hear or read of someone saying to those who are going through a difficult time, “Don’t worry. God has a plan for you. He will take care of you.” While the thoughts and intents behind such a statement are both true and comforting it seems that the scripture used to promote such … [Read more…]
During this time of quarantine/isolation I often notice some people mentioning that they are bored or that their children are bored. They have seemingly run out of games to play or can find nothing that interests their children or hold the children’s attention for more than a few moments. While I understand the frustration I … [Read more…]
“THESE are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands by it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this consolation with … [Read more…]
Occasionally I hear someone make the statement, “Saul was saved on the road to Damascus.” When I hear that statement I always wonder, does that person know what they just said? Perhaps they fail to understand what salvation is? Maybe they are just a bit confused? But all too often it is the case that … [Read more…]