Posts from September 2024
Do “ALL” Things Work for Good?
The promise of “all things work together for good” in Romans 8:28 is an often misquoted, misused, and abused verse of the New Testament. It certainly does not mean what many have erroneously concluded, that God will make every bad thing that happens in your life turn out to be something good in the end. So, if that isn’t what the verse is teaching, then what is Paul saying here? What is the truth? Let’s begin by considering what Paul does not say in…
Where Do You Draw the Line?
On the eve of March 5, 1836, a letter was read aloud to a rag-tag group of men made up of soldiers, European immigrants, colonists, “Tejanos” (local Mexican natives), politicians, and many other volunteers who had gathered at an old mission site outside of San Antonio to defend Texas liberty. The Mexican government had labeled them “rebels.” Thus, the letter demanded their surrender or expect execution in an inevitable victory by the overwhelmingly large Mexican army surrounding them. Legend says that in…
“An Eye for an Eye, a Tooth for a Tooth”
Revenge is often considered one of the strongest human emotions. When we are hurt or betrayed, our hearts can quickly become overwhelmed by anger, resentment, and a strong sense of injustice. Seeking revenge may feel like a way to regain control and restore balance, but it’s not! Sampson is good Biblical example of what happens when we let emotions drive retaliation (Judges 15-16). Spoiler: it ends badly! Sadly, in our dark and fallen world, many believe they have the right to take…
Can I Do ALL Things In Christ Who Strengthens Me?
In late 2007, a young college football player was selected to receive the most prestigious award of the sport, the Heisman Trophy. Usually, being the recipient of such a high honor brings a lot of attention and opportunity. But by that year, Tim Tebow had already received a great deal of national attention and had even been subject to controversy. What was so polemical about this talented athlete? Was it because he was named Florida’s Player of the Year before he ever…