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The Raging Fire
Be sober [well balanced and self-disciplined], be alert and cautious at all times. That enemy of yours, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion [fiercely hungry], seeking someone to devour. But resist him, be firm in your faith [against his attack—rooted, established, immovable], knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being experienced by your brothers and sisters throughout the world. (1 Peter 5:8-9, AMP) Them. Us. Me. For those of you who do not have a relationship with Jesus, especially those who hate Christians, please know that I believe your thoughts are justified and that you are loved.…
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A Thousand Bonhoeffers
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. (Philippians 4:11-13, NIV) Where are the 999? Who was Bonhoeffer? Who was Wilberforce? Who was Kirk? It’s astonishing how few people have no clue who these…
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The Timing of my Fight
Wednesday, September 10, 6:22 EDT – I published this site to voice my stance. To demonstrate the carrying of my cross. Not to brag, but to hold myself accountable. Wednesday, September 10, 2:23 EDT – Charlie Kirk gets assassinated. Hell is in this world, with its pain, chaos, and confusion. Heaven is here also, in its peace, joy, and reconciliation. Some days, there’s just confusion. Some days, the peace and joy shine through. Most often, the two dance. The power and glory of God, along with Satan’s destruction. It’s not a fair fight, nor is it ultimately consequential while…
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A Faith to Fight
What should I be doing right now that will get me where I want to be? Who should I be helping and how? Who are “the least of these” and how can I help them? What stupidly selfish questions. Being so confident in thinking I can target where I want to be and who I want to become.Being so confident in thinking I can come up with the right steps to get there. What hubris to think I need to help anyone. I’m actually saying there are people less than me.What, I’m somehow endowed with something special that can be…