The Miracle and Joy of Easter
Easter is the most joyous day in the Christian faith. On this day of miracles, Jesus rose from the dead and in doing so, the entire world can have salvation. I wonder if we’re guilty of sometimes forgetting what an incredible sacrifice Christ made for mankind? Continue reading “The Miracle and Joy of Easter”
I think a lot of people are a bit intimidated by reading the Bible. A lot of passages can be confusing or unclear to us and sadly, many people have intentionally twisted the words of the Bible to prop up their own agenda. This causes some to avoid reading the Bible.
Most of us are acutely aware of the old expression “a Wolf in Sheep’s clothing.” The gist of that adage is that there are those among us who will seem like Sheep, but inwardly, are actually ravenous and dangerous Wolves. The Bible covers this caution in significant detail.
In the movie Wall Street, Michael Douglas’s character makes a speech in which he says “greed is good…greed works.” His premise being that he is greedy and that it’s okay to be greedy for more…more money, power and fame. Of course, he is categorically incorrect, as most of us already know.
Christmas is truly a magical time of the year. As we celebrate the birth of Christ, our hearts are filled with joy, peace and harmony. During this time, we are kinder, gentler, more generous and something miraculous happens to us. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could carry that spirit of Christmas through the whole year?
I often worry about people who feel they’re not worthy enough. Not worthy to associate with certain people. Not deserving enough to express their views and opinions. Not good enough to attend their Church. This feeling of disenfranchisement is of course, totally unwarranted.
Have you ever had someone give you a nasty or judgemental look — you know the type of look I mean — that condescending, snide look that makes your face flush with embarrassment? If you’ve never experienced that kind of contemptible attitude, you’re lucky, because most of us experience it at one time or another.
The Parables of Jesus are some of the most precious and vitally important lessons for man to learn. The Parables are told by Jesus in a simplified, relatable manner so that their meaning is easily recognized — their spiritual and moral message is however, extremely profound.
You’ve probably heard a lot of people lately in person, on social media and in the news, who have a very high opinion of themselves. These are the folks who boast that they’re moral, upstanding, good citizens who love and serve God. But do they?