We all struggle with sin, but we must remember that sin makes us foolish. It is never reasonable, and when we are in the throes of temptation, we often become ignorant. It is as if sin puts blinders on our eyes, causing us to forget what is important to us. These blinders are why, when … Continue reading 7 Things to Remember When Tempted to Sin
The following is a guest post by Pastor Rob Golding of First Artesia Christian Reformed Church. It’s interesting to see how flaccid the “new atheism” movement is today. While the infamous “four horsemen” of atheism once strode valiantly across the meager lands of fideist Christians, they now find themselves described as “cultural Christians,” even saying, “I … Continue reading Perhaps Christianity’s Greatest Weakness is its Strength
I sometimes hope at the closing hour, when I shall exchange worlds, that Jesus will help me to lay hold of every sinful serpent that has long twisted around my soul, and keeps me company all my pilgrimage; and enable me, by the hand of faith, to hold them up, crying out: Behold the heads … Continue reading The Sinful Serpents Twisted Around My Soul
Nothing seemed unusual. He began his day as was his custom. He sat down with his wife, read a devotional, said a short prayer, and had a small breakfast. A few moments later, he kissed her and went out the door. While on his way, he texted a few friends with updates on the day … Continue reading Going Home Soon: A Short Story
"Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners!" - 1 Timothy 1:15 What a gospel this is for a poor sinner! It speaks of pardon, of acceptance, of peace with God, of full redemption here, and unspeakable glory hereafter! This glorious gospel proclaims a Savior to the lost, a Redeemer to the captive, a … Continue reading The Savior of Sinners
The Bible is full of promises that speak to the restoration and hope we find in God, even when our sinfulness has caused the trouble. We see one such promise in Hosea 2:15. After God brings Israel low for their transgressions, he says, “And there I will give her her vineyards and make the Valley … Continue reading The Valley of Trouble is a Door of Hope
As Children of God, we often find ourselves confronted by our own sinfulness. These falls can be disheartening experiences, but the book of Micah offers us profound encouragement. In Micah 7:8, after the sins of the nation have brought them low, the prophet declares as their spokesperson, “Rejoice not over me, O my enemy; when … Continue reading Hope for Fallen Christians
What many people promote, though they do not know it, is a most dreadful evil. Our culture has even turned it into a motto: “Follow your heart.” There are situations in which that phrase can be innocuous. However, many people long for its most dangerous end and do not recognize the peril. Countless people have … Continue reading The Dark Side of Following Your Heart
We are likely more conformed to the age in which we live than we realize. Even those of us who stand firmly opposed to many of its most significant sins might still conform in other ways. We rarely recognize much of the worldliness around us because it is well-mannered and has an air of … Continue reading The Invisible Chains of Cultural Conformity
I had the incredible privilege of joining the Kurt and Kate Morning Show on Moody Radio today to discuss one of my favorite topics: the power of prayer. During our conversation, we delved into the "5 Things Prayer Has the Power to Do." We shared inspiring stories from George Müller and my dad and other … Continue reading A Conversation on Prayer with Kurt and Kate
The Fight of Faith 