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“Justice is Not Tribal”
If we think of the example of Solomon's discernment in his most famous court decision, we get a sense of how intertwined truth is with justice, and how real justice needs to at least try to be objective.
“Courts, Halls, Theatres, Markets, and Arenas”
The difference between a privately fearful and a publicly bold faith, is the difference that the Holy Spirit provides.
“Pentecost— By Necessity!”
Mortals routinely want to transcend themselves, as did the worldly Babylon. By grace, Pentecost allows for it, and the prophet Joel can shed light on how this even becomes possible!
“God Fulfills His Promises”
We make promises that we may or may not be able to fulfill. But God fulfills His promises, provided we are willing to choose to accept them. Speaking Elder: Des Konway.
“Not Giving Way”
Martyrs have something to die for— therefore, their whatever their political weakness or victimization, their worldview translates into strength.
“A Thousand Ways to Grope”
The religious quest is a "shot in the dark". Thankfully, God has revealed and is revealing.
“Summoned to the Net”
Peter wants to go fishing in John 21. Peter is defaulting to his own comfort zone. Jesus, meanwhile, has other plans for Peter, and other assurances for the rest of the disciples that day.
“Disorder and Divine Self-Governance”
There are nuances to the New Testament definition of "self-control" that are well worth exploring for both Church benefit AND society.
“Election Reflection”
The Biblical testimony to King Josiah can help advise us of what the central political problem is these days.
“To Life!”
Sometimes, even in a church structure there remains a contrasting hint of the Life that dwells within it. He is Risen! He is Risen indeed!
“The Best Friday”
If we are to be like Christ, then we should join Him— in giving our best. This isn't just Good Friday, it's "Best Friday".
“To Be Like Christ: Forgiving the Betrayal”
Some 3,000 years ago, the Psalm-writer recorded that he was betrayed by a fellow worshiper. Such is the commonality of this experience that we all need to practice forgiveness.
“To Be Like Christ: Called and Willing”
As we continue exploring how we might better resemble Jesus, we come to the important and challenging issue of God's calling upon our lives. Shall we respond like the old Jonah, or the new?
“To Be Like Christ: Willing to Suffer”
The early Church embraced the possibility of meaningful suffering far better than the contemporary Church. For us in North America, it is time we took an honest look at "Adversity Gospel".
“To Be Like Christ: Get Narrow”
In this third installment of some "tough stuff" for Lent, we discover that Jesus not only speaks of Himself as a narrow gate, but also as the narrow way. It is helpful for contemporary and mature believers to perceive how this narrowness is actually appropriate.