Christian Living – Page 4 – Theological Digressions

Fear of the Unknown

Isn’t it fascinating that our minds aren’t content with what we know to rationalize events but instead focus on the uncertainty and fear of the unknown? Hop onto any self-service medical symptoms checker and ask about that freckle on the heel of your foot and watch as your mind jumps to the most severe ofContinue reading “Fear of the Unknown”

The Remedy for Spiritual Malnourishment

In his book on “Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life,” Donald S. Whitney states, “No Spiritual Discipline is more important than the intake of God’s Word. Nothing can substitute for it. There is no healthy Christian life apart from the milk and meat of Scripture.” As a believer, one may think that reading the ScriptureContinue reading “The Remedy for Spiritual Malnourishment”

A Stone in the Shoe

The power of an illustration is its relatability with the intended audience. Illustrations about vineyards and wine will not resonate with people who have no understanding of either topic. When a preacher or teacher is adapting illustrations, they must be understood to have any impact. The following illustration is from Charles Spurgeon and the beautyContinue reading “A Stone in the Shoe”

Limitless Access, Infinite Responsibility

Imagine you sit down to write a book. The year is “any year” before the internet, simple typing tools like Microsoft Word, and widespread adoption of personal computation devices. You sit down to write your book, you have ink in your pen, a nice beverage, and now you can begin the arduous task of researching.Continue reading “Limitless Access, Infinite Responsibility”

Theocratic Anointing

The Holy Spirit is often overshadowed in the minds of people by the grand displays of deity like the numerous theophanies and Christophanies of the Old Testament and the arrival of Jesus, the perfect manifestation of God, in the New Testament. The reality is that the Holy Spirit is fully deity and his presence orContinue reading “Theocratic Anointing”

Pillars of the Early Church

The roles and interactions between Peter, James, and Paul. The Lord God Almighty utilizes imperfect and broken vessels to bring about his divine and perfect purposes. MacArthur expands, “God uses various means to bring blessing, strengthen faith, and cultivate spiritual growth in the lives of his people.” [1] The Sovereign Lord of the universe hasContinue reading “Pillars of the Early Church”