American Christianity is tiresome. American Christianity will tell you that if you don't vote for a certain person, watch certain news stations, read certain websites, etc, you couldn't possibly know Jesus. Depending on what "side" you may find yourself on, you were offended reading what I just wrote. The truth is, neither party worships Jesus. … Continue reading The Elephant, The Donkey, The Lion & The Lamb
Addiction to Pride
I remember the day when I realized I had a problem. My friend and I were laughing at a fellow brother in Christ, talking about all of the ways he was so "twisted" and "wrong" in his theology. In the middle of our laughter, a friend of ours (who was a pastor) turned around and … Continue reading Addiction to Pride
My Testimony: 10 Years Later
10 years. Wow. I meant to write this closer to April 25th, but with everything going on (Coronavirus, kids at home, etc), I haven't quite gotten around to it until now. But after 10 years of following God, with some stumbles and struggles along the way, I finally find myself on top of a metaphorical … Continue reading My Testimony: 10 Years Later
Fragile.
One thing COVID-19 seems to be accomplishing is revealing to people just how fragile their lives are. From their jobs to their homes, their food sources to their health, everything has suddenly become unstable. And that’s the kind of mess God loves to work in. See, life’s always been fragile; we’re just typically blind to … Continue reading Fragile.
Whispers.
At my worst, He was still drawing me to Him. God was whispering “come to me”. As I took some time to reflect on the 10th anniversary since I was saved, I realized that, even in my darkest moments, God was still there calling me. So much attention is given to the day of salvation, … Continue reading Whispers.
Wildfire Revival
I know God is working. So many of the saints have suffered trails these past years. And I don't claim to know God's purpose, but I know He doesn't waste suffering. What if God has been preparing His saints for a harvest? What if, through a worldwide crisis, He is drawing millions to Himself? What … Continue reading Wildfire Revival
The King Who Defeated Death
"And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28 What purpose could there be in death? How can God use such a loss? How does God win when evil seems to triumph? Look to the CROSS. I … Continue reading The King Who Defeated Death
Humility & Grace
"Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you." - John 4:10 "Therefore it says, 'God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.' " - James 4:6 Ever since I got saved, I felt like God wanted to use me in "big ways". Maybe we all think that, but I really felt like … Continue reading Humility & Grace
COVID-19: Calm Yet Wise
When I worked at Amscot, a check cashing place in Florida, we were often told the phrase "trust, but verify". It meant that, which we were to trust our customers when they gave us checks to cash or proof of a job for payroll advances, we were to also verify that the checks were real … Continue reading COVID-19: Calm Yet Wise
Are Your Beliefs Biblical?
Shortly after I was saved, I bought a Bible and told myself that I would treat it as if I had never read it before. Slowly, but surely, I reread the stories I was told as a child and saw them through fresh eyes. When I came to learn what Reformed Theology was, I hesitated … Continue reading Are Your Beliefs Biblical?
