"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." - Hebrews 11:1 (ESV) Hebrews 11 is a relatively famous chapter in the New Testament. In this chapter, the writer lists numerous examples of people who had faith in God. Often when we read about these people we imagine them... Continue Reading →
The word "tolerance" is something we hear a lot of today. While its use varies, in most contexts it is used to exhort us to tolerate other people's ideas, beliefs, morals, and lifestyles. One of its greatest implications is that we as people are not to impose our ideas, beliefs, morals, and lifestyles on others.... Continue Reading →
Many know John 3:16. It is probably the most popular verse in all the Bible. But what about 1 John 3:16. Lately, it has been this verse that the Lord has used to get my attention. By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us, and we ought to lay down... Continue Reading →
With all the rising talk on this issue, I knew it was only a matter of time before I would write on it. I hope to preach on it as well in the coming months. Why? I can think of a couple of reasons. First, it is important that the Christian church know the biblical... Continue Reading →
I know…strange title. But, there is a real link. It may not be a link you have ever thought of, but the link is there. Hope it makes you
think, cause that’s the point.
The world that we live in has never been more concerned about pollution than it is right now. At least in North America, it has become a major topic, even to the point of being a major part of political platforms. In the past 20 years recycling has become a growing practice as well as something that has even been legislated as mandatory in some places. Often we hear of carpooling, using the bus and metro, wind powered electricity, buying products made of recycled materials, working from home to avoid driving, and many other initiatives focused on reducing air, land, and noise pollution.
Are these things good? Sure they are. Why? Because we are not taking…
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