faith

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1, KJV Sometimes, particularly while I’m reading the Bible, I wonder just how strong my faith really is and how can I measure it. What ruler can I apply? I have to admit I am not anxious to have my...

One of the most important lessons of Scripture (perhaps the chief lesson) is the lesson that without faith, pleasing God is impossible, and it provides the guidance that the Just shall live by faith ("shall" used with 3rd person indicates special emphasis). Here is the key question: what does it...

In Session 6, Chapter 16, Cannon 9 from the Council of Trent: "If any one saith, that by faith alone the impious is justified; in such wise as to mean, that nothing else is required to co-operate in order to the obtaining the grace of Justification, and that it is not in any way necessary, that...

Following is a conversation I'm having with an avowed atheits (so-called), who believes that he had a genuine faith in God back when was nine years old: Gary, if you are a believer in rational thought, then you should be able to admit, rationally speaking, that believing and then disbelieving...

We are told that Christ's sheep hear his voice and Christ know each of them by name (John 10:3,27). I think it's worthwhile to consider more closely what it means that Christ is our shepherd and we his sheep. A good shepherd stays with his sheep watching for any signs of danger. Shepherd is...

If we are God's children or sheep we hear the voice of the Shepherd. Does God here our cries when we are in trouble? What about other times? Put another way, if we went to our physical father we he hear and answer? Or if the sheep need anything does the Shepherd ignore them? God is far...

Ok, here is another set of questions presented for discussion. This is what I call a “double whammy,” because it merges faith and politics. I am in the middle of a discussion with a friend (actually, my best friend) regarding politics. He is (or at least claims to be) a right leaning...

Ok, I want to put this out there are see what other people think. I grew up as a Christian and did all that Christian kids are supposed to do (church, baptism, Sunday school, etc). After college and joining the US Army, my faith went away. I never considered myself an atheist but did an...

“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He REWARDS those who EARNESTLY seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6)

Heaven's Stairway Climbing a stairway to heaven isn't an easy thing. Sometimes you'll feel like crying, sometimes you'll want to sing. Things of this world, so alluring, trying to draw you back. If on Me you stay focused, I'll keep you right on track. The rungs are set out of balance, with...

I was driving the other day and really wanted to hear from God. I said to Him “God please speak to me!” And immediately my eyes landed on this mural and I felt the Presence of God. My dear brothers and sisters, don’t step back from the good PROMISES God has given you. If you never quit, you...

Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 8:58 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Your Lord is With You.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 Peter 3:8-17 (ESV). Genuine Faith (Summary chapters 1:1-3:7) Peter began his letter to the saints of God with praise to God: In his great mercy...

Tuesday, August 9, 2016, 6:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “For Our Nation.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read James 1:19-27 (ESV). Slow to Anger (vv. 19-21) This you know, my beloved brethren. But everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger; for the...

“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He REWARDS those who EARNESTLY seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6)

Friday, July 22, 2016, 8:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 2 Timothy 4:1-8, 16-18 (ESV). Be Ready (vv. 1-2) I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by...

Monday, June 6, 2016, 5:32 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “All Through the Night.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 2 Corinthians 11-12 (Select vv. ESV). Hardships and Persecutions (11:24-29) Five times I received at the hands of the Jews the forty lashes less one. Three...

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For years, I've been trying to live a Godly life. I regularly read my Bible, pray for help, resist sin, do good things for those in need, and fellowship with believers. My one big problem is that I just cannot stand God the Father. Sometimes I don't think hate would be too strong a word for my...