In a few days, we shall be celebrating the crucifixion of our Lord and Savior, a very good day. Unless you are just joining us, you know that the death of Jesus holds a special place in our hearts. The thought that by His death, Jesus tore the temple veil in two is enough to…
Exercise Dominion In Life
The other day, we were considering why our lives do not reflect the light that God commanded in Genesis. And the answer we got was that perhaps the God we worship is not the Creator of Heaven and Earth. In Genesis 1.26, that same God said we should exercise dominion in life. Unfortunately, most believers…
God Is Dependable
You may wonder why we are talking of something you already know in your head, that God is dependable. Stay with me and you will see why. There is only one reason to remind ourselves of the faithfulness – another word for dependability – of God. And that is because we sometimes forget how faithful…
Is God Good?
If you have just concluded your usual mantra of “God is Good!” “All the time” this question will offend you. It might even shock you that a Christian writer is asking, “Is God good?” Of course, God is wonderful, you respond, in anger. And trust me, I am with you there. The question then remains:…
Under Authority
A few years ago, I was visiting a church in Australia and this is the word that God gave me. Afterward, I learned most of the members of the congregation found it extremely offensive. They believed I was their pastor’s spokesperson to put them into subjection to him. They concluded that by commending the centurion…
Do You Love Me?
Several preachers imply Jesus asked “Peter, do you love me?” three times because Peter denied Him three times. Each time I hear that I groan, wondering how many times the Lord has to reconfirm my love for Him. A dozen times every day? Seventy times seven? How about you? How many times will Jesus have…