Whole Gospel To Whole World
In the gospel of John, Jesus taught 13 physical realities that illustrated spiritual truths: light, the Jerusalem temple, physical birth, wind, water, food, bread, flesh and blood, door, shepherd, vine, cup, and breath. These tangible metaphors helped enlighten believers with the spiritual realities of the Judeo-Christian worldview. Thus, the goal of this article is to... Continue Reading →
God's promises areSurer than the rising sun.Trust in Him alone. God promises to never leave us or forsake us. When someone repents and puts their trust and faith in Jesus, they are sealed with the Holy Spirit until the day of redemption (Eph. 1:13). This confidence and promise in the Lord helps believers navigate through... Continue Reading →
I looked for hope In the peace of the setting sun But the sun went dark. I looked for hope In the beauty of a flower But the flower wilted. I looked for hope In the strength of a Redwood But the Redwood caught on fire. I looked for hope In the calmness of the... Continue Reading →
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever. Give thanks to the Lord of lords, for his steadfast love endures forever; to him who alone does great wonders, for his steadfast love endures forever (Ps. 136:1-9). What a great theme here in Psalm 136. It's clear that God's steadfast... Continue Reading →
What advantage then does the Jew have? Or what profit is there in circumcision? 2 Much in every way! Chiefly because the oracles of God were entrusted to them. What if some did not believe? Would their unbelief nullify the faithfulness of God? 4 God forbid! Let God be true, and every man a liar. As it is written:... Continue Reading →
Time is faster thanThe peregrine falcon andSlower than a sloth. We don't have the power to slow down or speed up time. Only God is in control of this mysterious part of life. May we seek the eternal Lord today while He still may be found. Haiku by Chad A. Damitz
But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect (1 Pet. 3:15). Several years ago, I had the unique privilege of preaching a sermon to a large... Continue Reading →
The mountains quake At the mention of your name. The trees clap their branches. For you alone---eternally reign. The starry night bows in awe. Sea creatures honor you. Land animals know your voice. And we humans do too. Poem by Chad A. Damitz
You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. 2 Now we know that God’s judgment against those who do such things is based on truth. Romans 2:1-2 The apostle Paul is reiterating what... Continue Reading →
Do you see the sun?A fireball of power.Created by God. The sun is just one example of God's power and brilliance. It's incredible to think the sun is 93 million miles away and yet the perfect distance for life to be sustainable here on earth. The odds are so enormous I find it irrational to... Continue Reading →
Conform to Jesus 