Life's Inanities and Ironies

Dear readers, in a world where spiritual complacency creeps in like a thief in the night, it's crucial for us as believers—especially those who cling to the fundamentals of the Christian faith—to heed the warnings of Scripture. Today, I want to share a reflection drawn from Psalm 137:1-4 , a passage that paints a vivid picture of exile and longing. Titled " The Backslider's Burden ," this post is inspired by timeless biblical truths and the profound insights of Charles Spurgeon , the Prince of Preachers. Whether you're a longtime fundamentalist or someone sensing a drift in your walk with Christ, let's dive into this exhortation together. As we explore, remember: God's Word is inerrant, His call to holiness unchanging, and His mercy ever-available for the repentant. The Cry of Exile: Remembering Zion in a Foreign Land "By the rivers of Babylon , there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion. We hanged our harps upon the willows in the mids...

Have you ever felt so confident in your own abilities that you forgot to give credit where it’s due? Maybe you’ve achieved success in your career, or perhaps you’ve been praised for your talents, and slowly, pride began to creep in. It’s a common human experience, but as we’ll see in the story of Daniel 5, it’s also a dangerous one. The tale of King Belshazzar’s feast and the mysterious writing on the wall serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of pride and the importance of humility before God—a message that speaks directly to us as fundamental Christians today. The Story of Daniel 5 In the ancient city of Babylon, King Belshazzar hosted a lavish feast for a thousand of his nobles. As the wine flowed, he made a fateful decision: he ordered the gold and silver vessels, taken from the temple in Jerusalem, to be brought out. These sacred items, meant for worshiping the one true God, were used instead to toast pagan deities. It was an act of blatant disrespect and pride. Suddenly,...