Life's Inanities and Ironies

 At a time where youth is idolized and age is often seen as a burden, it's easy to feel like life has left us behind. We turn to supplements like Geritol to chase a fleeting sense of vitality, or we marvel at the fresh energy of newborns bundled in diapers. But what if I told you that the Bible offers a profound lesson on renewal that bridges these two ends of life? Drawing from Romans 4:18-25 , let's explore how Abraham 's story of impossible faith can ignite our own trust in God's unchanging Word.   The Story of Abraham: Hope Against Hope Abraham, the father of our faith, wasn't exactly in his prime when God made His extraordinary promise. At nearly 100 years old, his body was "as good as dead," as Romans 4:19 bluntly puts it. Sarah , his wife, was barren and well past childbearing years. If this were today, Abraham might be popping Geritol pills just to keep up with daily chores, while Sarah wondered if her dreams of motherhood were forever dashed. Ye...

As a devoted follower of Christ in these tumultuous times, I've often found myself pondering the tension between our heavenly calling and our earthly responsibilities . In a world increasingly hostile to biblical truth , it's easy to long for the glory that awaits us. Yet, Scripture reminds us that our time here is purposeful. Drawing from the Apostle Paul's heartfelt words in Philippians 1:23-26 , let's explore this profound theme: being ready for heaven while remaining needed on earth. This isn't just ancient wisdom—it's a blueprint for fundamentalist Christians navigating modern challenges like cultural decay , persecution , and spiritual apathy . Paul's Torn Heart: A Desire for Christ Above All Imagine Paul, chained in a Roman prison , facing uncertainty and suffering. He writes to the church in Philippi : "I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in t...

 This post brings us to the end of our in-depth dig into The Lord's Prayer and it's many lessons.  I hope this has been as educational, encouraging and enlightening for you as it has been for me in it's creation.  If you would like to see more series of study along these lines let me know in the comments below  Hey folks, let's chat about something that's been on my heart lately. Life is full of crazy ups and downs, prayer can sometimes feel like just another item on our to-do list—a quick plea for help when things get tough. But have you ever stopped to think that real prayer, the kind Jesus taught us, is actually all about rejoicing? Yeah, you heard that right. Let's dive into Matthew 6:13 from the Lord's Prayer: "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." It's not just asking God to keep us out of trouble; it's exploding with praise for who He is....

Life can be filled with grudges, hurts, and unending strife, the simple act of prayer offers a profound path to liberation. Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Scripture, today's post explores how prayer isn't merely a ritual of requests—it's an act of releasing. We'll center our discussion on Matthew 6:12 from the Lord's Prayer : "And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." As fundamentalist Christians, we cling to the literal truth of God's Word, knowing it as the inspired, inerrant guide for our lives ( 2 Timothy 3:16-17 ). Join me as we unpack this verse and related passages, discovering how releasing through prayer transforms our hearts and relationships. Understanding "Debts" in Prayer At the heart of Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount lies this pivotal line. The Greek word for "debts" (*opheilemata*) speaks to our moral obligations— the sins we've committed against a holy God. As Romans ...

In a world shrouded in the fog of skepticism and secularism, where the unyielding authority of God's Word is ridiculed like echoes in a forsaken canyon, it's imperative for true believers to anchor their souls in the literal, rock-solid truths of Scripture. As we teeter on the brink of a new year, like wanderers at the edge of a vast, uncharted wilderness, let's linger in the shadows of an often-ignored passage: Genesis 5:1-5 . This isn't a dusty, forgotten scroll of names—it's a divine tapestry , woven with threads of eternity, portraying a spiritual graveyard where crumbling tombstones, etched by the winds of time and the finger of God, murmur haunting lessons about our divine origins, our tragic fall , and our radiant hope in Christ. Drawing from the inerrant, blazing light of God's Word, we'll unravel these verses, infusing them with the vivid colors of supporting Scriptures to erect a towering fortress of faith amid these turbulent end times. Envision ...

Oh, fervent seekers of truth, let the inferno of God's unquenchable Word erupt like a raging volcano within your souls right now! In this chaotic era of rampant anarchy, soul-devouring depravity, and outright rebellion against divine order, we charge headlong into the impregnable citadel of Titus 3:1-8 . Here, the Apostle Paul , ablaze with the Holy Spirit 's scorching fury, doesn't just whisper gentle suggestions—he detonates a divine manifesto for us to rise as invincible warriors! This passage isn't mere advice; it's an unbreakable decree demanding total submission, radical sanctification, and the cataclysmic explosion of salvation by grace alone that shatters every chain of sin! As we ravage the vast armory of all Scripture to stoke this divine blaze into a consuming wildfire, arise, unyielding remnant of the faithful! Seize this blistering mandate of obedience and bask in the overwhelming, earth-shaking mercy of our Triumphant Savior, Jesus Christ ! Paul unleas...

Oh, beloved readers, let your hearts catch fire with the unquenchable zeal of the gospel! In a world awash in hollow words and intellectual pride, we dive headlong into 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 , where Apostle Paul unleashes the explosive truth of genuine gospel preaching. Here, our faith doesn't flicker on human cleverness but erupts in the Holy Spirit 's demonstration and God's almighty power! Join me as we plunder the riches of all Scripture to fan this eternal flame. Rise up—embrace the scorching simplicity and sovereign glory of Christ crucified ! Paul's words thunder forth: "And I, when I came to you, brothers, did not come proclaiming to you the testimony of God with lofty speech or wisdom. For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. And I was with you in weakness and in fear and much trembling, and my speech and my message were not in plausible words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, so that your fait...

Whoa, hold on—have you ever felt that spiritual spark fizzling out in this chaotic world? As a fellow Christian clinging to every jot and tittle of God's inerrant Word, I get it. The pressures are real: secular agendas shoving idols down our throats, churches going soft on sin. But let's crank up the heat with the epic tale of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3:1-30 ! These dudes stared down a blazing furnace rather than kneel to a fake god, and boom—their faith lit up the whole kingdom. Sound like something we need right now? With end-times warnings in 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 about that " man of sin " demanding worship, it's time to ignite! We're talking real, fervent zeal, like Paul urges in Romans 12:11 : "Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord." Grab your Bible, lean in, and let's dive into four electrifying steps that'll set your soul ablaze—backed by Scripture every step of the way! Step 1: Refuse to Co...

 ​For the faithful believer, life is not governed by cultural custom, fleeting sentiment, or the perceived harmlessness of a holiday, but solely by the revealed and eternal Word of God.1 The core mandate for every action we take is found in 1 Corinthians 10:31 : "So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God".23 This command serves as the only litmus test: If an activity, in its nature, origins, or prevailing themes, fails to bring glory to the Holy God, it must be rejected. The definitive instruction governing our response to questionable practice is the concise command from 1 Thessalonians 5:22 : "Abstain from every form of evil". The Greek word translated as "form" (eidos) means we must withdraw not only from the substance of evil but also from its outward appearance or visual likeness. Therefore, the commitment required of the Christian is to permanently terminate contact with anything that even remotely resembles the act...

In a world increasingly marked by chaos—wars raging in distant lands, natural disasters striking without warning, and a growing hostility toward the Gospel—it's more important than ever to anchor our faith in the unchanging Word of God. As fundamentalist Christians , we stand on the inerrancy of Scripture , interpreting it literally where it demands and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide us through its prophecies. Today, I want to expand on a powerful homily drawn from Luke 21:5-19 , where Jesus Himself outlines the signs of the end times and calls us to endurance. This passage isn't just ancient history; it's a living blueprint for our lives today, reconciled with the broader biblical teaching on the rapture and the Great Tribulation . Let's begin by revisiting the text itself, as recorded in the English Standard Version (ESV) for clarity: > While some were speaking of the temple, how it was adorned with noble stones and offerings, he said, "As for these thin...