Life's Inanities and Ironies

You know, in today's fast-paced world where everyone's juggling a million things, it's easy to treat our faith like just another item on the to-do list—go to church, read a Bible verse, say a quick prayer. But lately, I've been thinking a lot about what the Bible really calls us to, especially after sharing a homily with some dedicated fundamentalist Christians who are all about sticking to the pure, unchanging Word of God. We dove into the difference between being a committed Christian and a surrendered one , and man, it hit home. It's not about splitting hairs; it's about checking our hearts and seeing if we're truly all in with Jesus. So, grab a coffee, pull up a chair, and let's chat about this. I'll break it down with some Scripture, and maybe it'll spark something in you like it did for me.  So, What's a Committed Christian Really Look Like? . Alright, let's start here. A committed Christian? That's someone who's genuinely...

In a world increasingly hostile to biblical truth, where secular ideologies erode the foundations of faith, it's more crucial than ever for true believers to anchor themselves in the unchanging Word of God. As Christians committed to the inerrancy and sufficiency of Scripture, we reject the watered-down gospels of our age and cling to the pure doctrine handed down through the apostles. Today, let's delve deeply into Galatians 2:20 , a verse that encapsulates the heart of the Christian life: "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." This isn't just inspirational rhetoric; it's a divine mandate for transformation. Drawing from the full counsel of Scripture, we'll explore what it means to live crucified, allowing Christ to reign supreme in us. The Crucifixion of Self: Dying to Sin and the World Paul's declarati...

  Have you ever felt like your faith is just going through the motions? In a world that often pulls us toward self-reliance and performance-based acceptance, it’s easy to lose sight of what it truly means to live as a Christian. But Galatians 2:20 offers a powerful reminder: true Christianity is not about earning God’s favor—it’s about a transformative relationship with Christ, rooted in His love and sacrifice. As Christians, we hold the Bible as the inerrant and authoritative Word of God. Galatians 2:20 speaks directly to our hearts, calling us to live out our faith with conviction and grace. Let’s explore this verse together and discover how it can shape our lives today. Paul’s Message to the Galatians Before diving into the verse, it’s important to understand its context. The Apostle Paul wrote the letter to the Galatians to address a critical issue: legalism. Some were teaching that Gentile believers needed to follow Jewish laws, like circumcision, to be truly saved. Paul passi...