Some of my readers have expressed interest in my study of the original greek words used in the New Testament, so this week I dive into what I think is one of the most significant words — “charis” (grace).
The phrase “There but for the grace of God go I” always hits home. It’s a humble reminder of how God’s "charis"—His incredible, ...
A reflection on Matthew 10:5–8
I recently read a post on Facebook commenting on Jesus’ first commision to his disciples as he sent them to exclusively Jewish villages to preach the Good News that the Kingdom of God was at hand. (I’d like to credit the poster, but seem to have lost the reference). But it spoke to me since I often have the privilege ...
In a world battered by relentless storms—global warming, hurricanes, wars raging in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, threats of conflict in China and the Balkans, economic pressures from tariffs, benefit cuts, and widespread social unrest—it’s easy to feel that God has turned away from His creation.
If we were God, we would surely leap ...
The call to live as a Christian is a call to embody excellence in every facet of life, reflecting the character of Christ in a world that often opposes godly values.
1 Peter 2:12 NLT captures this imperative : “Be careful to live properly among your unbelieving neighbors. Then even if they accuse you of doing wrong, they will see your honorable ...
A reflection on James 2:18
As Christians, we’re called to a life of vibrant, redemptive action, fueled by the transformative love of Jesus Christ. God’s love for us is so immense that He left the splendor of heaven, took on human flesh, and shattered the chains of sin and death through His sacrificial death on the cross. This love wasn’t just ...
A reflection on Ephesians 4:14-16.
Have you ever felt tossed around by life—uncertain, confused, maybe even discouraged in your faith? You’re not alone. The Apostle Paul knew that spiritual instability was a real danger for believers, especially when they lacked maturity and clarity in Christ. In Ephesians 4:14–16 (NLT), he offers a powerful ...
All Scripture references are taken from The New Living Translation (NLT)
We like to use the word “faithful” in a positive, admiring sense — a faithful dog, companion, friend, follower, and so on. The qualities of reliability and dependability underpin all aspects of what it means to be faithful. From a Christian perspective, the ...