“These Words of Mine” – What Does Matthew 7:24 Mean?
Children and teenagers sometimes hear things that are not true. “If it doesn’t hurt anyone, do it.” “If you don’t get caught, it’s not really wrong.” “If you [...]
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The Bible is Not a Rule Book
Imagine it’s your wedding day. You’ve had the ceremony, and you’re starting to relax when the minister hands you a gift, a thick book of Marriage Rules. “Read [...]
The Commands of John
A year ago, I made a bunch of people mad by saying John never mentions the word “repent” in his gospel. To this day I still get messages from angry folks who say things [...]
The Root of Obedience
The other day I was walking with my two little girls to a playground. We were walking along a road that is sometimes used by goods vehicles. My girls were ahead of me and [...]
The Root of Disobedience
Here is your standard sermon on obedience: “Adam disobeyed God and suffered the consequences. Jesus gave us a second chance but God demands total obedience. The devil will [...]
Escape to Reality 