Our World Aflame Part 6: Turning a Deaf Ear
Our world is aflame with hatred and violence and Christians are all too guilty of turning a deaf ear. Like everyone else, I have my soapboxes. After 21 1/2 years of leading women’s Bible studies, I can truly say that the most life-changing studies were on the Book of Genesis, particularly the first 11 chapters. These chapters form a foundation for the entire Bible. All of the basic tenets of our faith are set forth here. If we don’t get Creation and God’s love and purpose for mankind right, if we don’t form a worldview based on biblical principles, our faith and our ability to present Christianity to those we meet is seriously crippled. If I appear preachy, read what God has to say in the scriptures I have used. If you disagree, study these passages with the references I’ve provided. It may kindle a new fire under your faith!
Read MoreOur World Aflame Part Three: Every Tribe and Nation
The Bible says that some day, every tribe and nation will worship Jesus as Lord. However, we hear of more hate, more death, more acts of violence every day. They are perpetrated against people of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, and philosophies. Hatred has not run so rampant since the days of the Civil Rights movement. Why are differences the reason for hate and violence rather than celebrations of the ultimate outworking of a loving and creative God? I would love to hear your comments!
Read MoreOur World Aflame Part Two: Amazing Mess
Our world has become an amazing mess. Like some horrendous nightmare that will not go away, this summer of 2016 has become more than the summer our next presidential candidates are chosen, more than the summer of the Olympics, more than a fun time of vacations to amazing destinations. This summer–this year, has become the summer death, violence, and hatred, when we turn on the daily news to see where people have died today. Where will it end? What does it mean? What can I do when our world is aflame?
Read MoreFearfully and Wonderfully Made
Holding my tiny great nephew in my arms, I was once again amazed at the infinite love and care taken by our Creator God in fashioning the human body. No matter how large it grows, the scarring from accidents, the marring of body piercing or tattoos inflicted by its inhabitant, the human body is fearfully and wonderfully fashioned by God. It functions with amazing and intricate capabilities, surviving horrible destructive forces and fighting for survival to its last breathe–so “fearfully and wonderfully” crafted by its Maker.
Read MoreCreated for Peace
Our hearts and our world cry out for peace this Christmas season as our world is rocked by worsening acts of terror and fear. Discover the gift of the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ, this Christmas. We were created for peace.
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