“God’s law was given so that all people could see how sinful they were. But as people sinned more and more, God’s wonderful grace became more abundant. So just as sin ruled over all people and brought them to death, now God’s wonderful grace rules instead, giving us right standing…
Read moreFor the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written, “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.” Where is the…
Read more“Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with…
Read moreThe deepest deep and the lowest low on the planet Earth is the Mariana Trench found in the Western Pacific Ocean southwest of Guam. It’s nearly seven miles deep, and it spans 43 miles. Scientists once said it’s depths were unfathomable, and due to the immense pressure of water, no…
Read moreSome of you may see the title and decide not to read this post. I understand. None of us like suffering. When suffering comes into our lives — be it physical, spiritual, emotional, existential — we have several responses: flee, avoid, deny, evade, remedy. Generally speaking, we don’t embrace it.…
Read more