Two years ago, I wrote this poem thinking that if various books and movies were being cut and cancelled, it would only be a matter of time before the Bible ended up on that same chopping block. With the recent condemnation of the Bible by Quebec Liberal politician Marc Miller, it seems that he — … More The Bible… a next cut?
Suffering has a way of shaking us to the core. When it hits close to home, we might find ourselves asking why.Why the suffering? Why the loss, why the sickness, ….the death? The Bible doesn’t leave us alone here.It tells us that suffering is not random…. but it’s part of God’s redemptive work. It’s meant … More Why Do We Suffer?
In our culture…. with an apparent obsession with death, amplified in October, …. there is a serious case of missing the point. The only death worth celebrating is the death of Jesus Christ. Because He has conquered it. He came that we may have life and have it abundantly. Repent and believe. “Death is swallowed … More What’s to Celebrate in Death?
Many have paid their respects and given great honor to Charlie Kirk. And rightly so. I’ve been blessed by him, hearing his dialogue through countless clips and stories. Youth especially looked up to him, and we’ve all been shaken by his death. He was unique…. brilliant, quick on the microphone, and incredibly discerning. He listened … More What If We Didn’t Wait Until Someone Died?
Look at the map. Our country is a dry and weary land. And it is literally burning.We are under the judgment of holy God. And what do we cry? “Climate change!”When we need to be crying, “God, forgive us!” Climate change is devious and deceptive. The new religion. With man at the center. We are … More Drought, Fires, Burning… Canada is Being Shaken
Canadians are known for being nice.Polite. Agreeable. Friendly. But let’s face it… our so-called “niceness” is often just a cover. We’ve used it to avoid hard conversations.To stay silent when truth is needed.To ignore injustice…. in our churches, our government, and even in our families. We say “sorry” in the grocery aisle but shrug at … More The Niceness Delusion
Have ever been confronted like that? Not in an inquisitive way but in a derogatory way. Like hey, you’re a Christian? You’re not perfect! And your track record… it’s pathetic. Wait. Pause right there. First off, perfection is not something we’re capable of; it’s obtained for us… through Jesus. Second, you are in good company. … More You… A Christian? Seriously.
“Imagine an ancient Israelite, brought into the company of God’s people, still retaining the identity of an Egyptian slave… especially after having entered the promised land of Canaan. It would be mockery and out of place.” Several thousand years ago, God came to the aid of ancient Israel. They were a people held captive by … More Identity Crisis in the Church
The Garden of Eden was created for a “passing through”…… it was created ripe for disruption. If you’re a Christian and believe that Almighty God created the heavens and the earth, then this is for you. If you don’t believe that, you can analyze your own beliefs here; but please feel free to read on. … More Eden’s Disruption… No Return. God’s Plan is Always Forward
Have you ever given much thought to what identity you live into? And who gives your life identity to help inform how you live? Many ideologies will feed our minds and souls and give sway to how we live. So it is important to reflect on what voices are dominating our lives and influencing our … More Sinner… or Saint?
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