Human institutions must put their continuance as a very high if not the highest, priority. They must promote the organization's welfare over the benefit of one of the members. Members who don't contribute to the institution's success are forced out … [Continue reading]
On Endurance
The opening verses of James are familiar to anyone who has been in the church for a while. But when we slow down long enough to consider them closely, we have to ask some questions. “Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you … [Continue reading]
On the need for intercession
In Deuteronomy 9, Moses recounts some of the history of the Israelites during the time when he lead them. He recounts how angry he was when they rebelled against God and disregarded the message that Moses shared with them. While Moses was on the … [Continue reading]
Going with boldness
“Know therefore today that he who goes over before you as a consuming fire is the Lord your God.” Deuteronomy 9:3 (ESV) When the Israelites were to enter the promised land of Canaan the first time, they should have been bold and gone up as … [Continue reading]
