Category Archives: The Pain of Disappointment

We all must make a choice. Either we suffer the pain of discipline or the pain of disappointment. Of course, that assumes that we have a goal or a purpose. And most Christians do not — because we figure our … Continue reading →

Okay. Let’s talk a little more about what it really means to be saved. There’s another theme coursing through the scriptures that we rarely think about — which should radically change our thinking about lots of things. (1Pe 2:9 ESV) 9 … Continue reading →

And so, who wins? Do the elders give in to the older members’ demands for hymn books, pews, and old-style hymns? Or do they give in to the young members who demand a deeper, more emotional experience? Who wins? Well, … Continue reading →

Here’s a doctrine we don’t much talk about — (Mat 19:30 ESV) 30 But many who are first will be last, and the last first. (Mar 9:35 ESV)  35 And he sat down and called the twelve. And he said … Continue reading →

So, how long have you been an elder? I don’t know. I think it’s been about 40 years. What’s it been like? Have you enjoyed it? Well, there have been some wonderful moments. I loved the time spent with fellow … Continue reading →

If what I’ve said to this point is true, then what are the measurables? What are the indicia that would indicate that the leadership of the church is successfully leading the church? Well, plainly enough, the longer a Christian walks … Continue reading →

So if God saved us to transform us, by his Spirit, to become like Jesus, what difference does that make? Don’t we still need to do evangelism and do benevolence? Well, no. Not exactly. You see, Jesus never “did” evangelism. … Continue reading →

And so, God’s goal is to rejoin heaven and earth, God and man. We see this thought reflected in New Testament language about Christians. For example — (2Co 5:17 ESV)  17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a … Continue reading →

I suppose this would be a great place to re-teach the doctrine of hell, but I’ve done that already — several times. Here’s a link to my original series on the subject. It’s an important study, but this time, I … Continue reading →

(Thanks to Matt Dabbs.)