When we said, "I do."The Lord united us bothAs husband and wife. Christian marriage is a sacred commitment between a husband and wife. It is the foundation for a healthy family unit. Biblical marriage symbolizes an even greater commitment that will last for eternity: The union of Christ and the Church.
What Does The Bible Teach About Salvation And How Is It Different From Other Religions?
"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast." -Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwnK8JmOqfQ&t=65s What an incredible verse highlighting the good news that God saves sinners. In this article, I will explain why this verse... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Nature’s Mirror
The mirror is fake.The lake's reflection is aMore natural me. Oftentimes, we focus on the outside self as the genuine person inside. However, our true identity exists more on the inside than the outside. For this reason, I thought about the reflection of a mirror versus a lake. The mirror may be physically clearer than... Continue Reading →
Poem: Storms Bring Life
I choose Not to be afraid Of the storm Just because it roars. The rain will breathe life Into shriveled tulips. Soon the dark clouds Will run and hide From the mighty sun. And a new day Will bloom hope. © Chad Damitz, 2020
Haiku: Paradise Lost
Garden of Eden.Red crispy apple eaten.Scream, "Paradise Lost!" The Fall of Man is a sad moment in history. It brought the curse of sin to the world. The temptation from the evil serpent has caused countless suffering and depravity for generations. However, Jesus of Nazareth, the second Adam, took the sin and agony from the... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Being Authentic In Prayer Glorifies God
"Therefore I will not keep silent; I will speak out in the anguish of my spirit, I will complain in the bitterness of my soul." -Job 7:11 Job was a righteous man. He loved the Lord God and served Him with integrity. He was not shy to share his deepest frustrations and pains. I believe... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Sail Away
Sail into the sea.Open your arms like a birdTo set your mind free. Sailing is such a relaxing adventure. When you can get away from the stress of life and spend the day out in the open ocean, it sets your mind free. You feel like a bird opening their wings and being able to... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Canyon
Here in the canyon.The sun still reaches the ground.Life can never hide. Canyons are marvelous. They are "echoes" of the power of God. I find that no matter how steep a canyon is, sunlight seems to find a way to reach the darkest places. Of course, sunlight is integral for life. Therefore, life can never... Continue Reading →
Haiku: Two Paths
I see here two paths.One towards a righteous living.The other towards sin. In life, we are confronted by choices. These choices influence our future ambitions, goals, and destinies. As believers in God, our desire should always be to follow the path of righteous living and resist the way of sin. © Chad Damitz, 2020.
What Are The 4 Key Concepts In Biblical Marriage?
There are 4 key concepts in biblical marriage. They include: marriage as a covenant relationship, marriage as a design for holiness, intimacy in marriage, and marriage as a reflection of Christ and the Church. 1. Biblical Marriage As A Covenant Relationship From the beginning, God created people as both male and female. In the Garden... Continue Reading →