My fearful heart looks for formulas. Methods. Things I can control. If I have a clear path... do this and live, then I feel safer and less afraid. I need to know... what must I do to be ok? When I ask this from a Spirit-created desperation, God gives this: Believe on the Lord Jesus … Continue reading Fervency not formulas
Why does God allow evil?
Asking "WHY does God allow evil?" is not a fair way to frame the question. Why? Because it presumes that He DOES allow evil. I propose a higher and worthier view of Him. Asking instead, "DOES God allow evil in the first place?" is the fairer question. It challenges the premise itself. Here is the … Continue reading Why does God allow evil?
He hears your cry.
Remember oh my soul, that Father God sees your distress, and hears your cry... especially when you are held captive because of your own sin. Remember that He hears you before you've straightened up, or learned your lesson, or started to behave better. God always remembers His covenant with Christ. And keeps it. Whether you do … Continue reading He hears your cry.
We who have fled for refuge
“... we who have fled for refuge...” Hebrews 6 My salvation, sanctification, faith, religion... none of it is a path I’m helping build with God’s help. None of my “being saved” is a logical, contemplated, or rational sculpting of my life. My life is over. Dead and gone. Good riddance. I’m running for my life to … Continue reading We who have fled for refuge
At Rest In Him 