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...

In the hustle of modern life, it's easy to overlook the quieter stories in Scripture—the ones that don't scream with dramatic falls and redemptions but whisper warnings to the faithful. Today, let's dive into Luke 15:25-32 , the often-overlooked tail end of the Parable of the Prodigal Son . Here, Jesus doesn't just celebrate the return of the wayward younger brother; He exposes the heart of the older one, the "good" son who's been there all along. This isn't just a tale of one lost child—it's about two. And if we're honest, many of us who cling to the Bible as our inerrant guide might see ourselves in this dutiful, yet distant, sibling. Picture the scene: The older son is out in the fields, toiling faithfully as he always has. He's the epitome of obedience, the one who never strayed. But when he hears the sounds of jubilation—music, dancing, the fattened calf being slaughtered—he's puzzled, then furious. His brother, the squanderer, th...