Musing

Psalm 40:1-2 (NET): “I relied completely on the Lord, and he turned toward me and heard my cry for help. He lifted me out of the watery pit and the slimy mud. He placed my feet on a rock and gave me secure footing.” Does David’s words resemble what Jesus has done for each of … Read more

Similar to Job and Paul, our experiences can be filled with challenges and hardships that shape our character. How frequently do we become self-important and condescending because of our education and the emotions it evokes? And, how frequently has our sense of accomplishment been marred by a troublesome setback? 2 Corinthians 12:6-9 (MKJV), “6 For … Read more

We live by faith, not by sight. We love because He first loved us. Galatians 2:20 (ESV) – I have been crucified with Christ. No longer I live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved and gave … Read more

Random thoughts. As I was walking this morning, I listened to a book called The Theology of the Cross. It made me contemplate the distinction between obedience and sacrifice. One question that crossed my mind was whether it is possible to obey God without sacrificing. Can one make sacrifices without obeying? What is God’s perception … Read more