Tag: 1 Peter
Condescending Love, Pt. 2
And going a little farther he fell on his face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.” … Again, for the second time, he went away and prayed, “My Father, if this cannot pass unless I drink it, your will be done.” … So, leaving them again, he went away and prayed for the third time, saying the same words again. → Read more...
The Legacy of a Christian, Pt. II
You can read Part I here. Last time, I talked about how our lives ought to be a legacy for Christ, and that when the time comes to go home to the Lord, we ought to leave no doubt about what we believed and where we are going after slipping through the door of death. We could do this by living a life based on the Bible, working hard, living humbly, being wise, and generally living with integrity. → Read more...
The Legacy of a Christian, Pt. I
Four weeks ago today, my grandfather passed away after a two-and-half year struggle with pancreatic cancer. It had gotten to the point where death was a relief and a release. Even though our family mourned the loss of his presence, we rejoiced more that he wouldn’t have to deal with any more pain or suffering. He is probably mowing grass in Heaven. One thing that struck me as our family went through the wake and the funeral was everyone we saw or met on those two days had nothing but wonderful things to say about my grandfather. → Read more...
Highlights of The Holiness of God
January 26, 2015
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I firmly believe it is the duty of the Christian to always be learning something about our faith. 1 Peter 3:15 makes this clear when it says, “[I]n your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.” The remarkable thing about following an infinite God is that you will always learn something new about Him. → Read more...
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