True Religion

“Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.”James 1:27 KJVReligion is not about Cathedrals or the Pastor getting a new jet or a third Bentley. Religion is not about what God can do for you, … Continue reading True Religion

The Spiritually Blind

Amazing grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found...was blind but now I see! One of our most beloved Christian songs sings the glory of Gods grace and his gift of redemption. And it sings the hidden truth that we are absolutely blind to … Continue reading The Spiritually Blind

On Zucchini & Doctrine

I have mentioned before that I love to garden, as not only a past time, but also a source of food for my family. This year I chose a round variety of zucchini that is proving to be a prolific producer. We have now made several dishes using this variety of zucchini as the base. … Continue reading On Zucchini & Doctrine

The Heidelberg Catechism (1563)

The Heidelberg Catechism (1563), one of the Three Forms of Unity, is a Protestant confessional document taking the form of a series of questions and answers, for use in teaching Reformed Christian doctrine. It was written in 1563 in Heidelberg, present-day Germany. Its original title translates to Catechism, or Christian Instruction, according to the Usages … Continue reading The Heidelberg Catechism (1563)

Walking With God In The Garden

As an avid gardener I often reflect on my love of it as if it is a remnant sewed into my inner being of Gods desire for us to care for the Garden of Eden. How perfect of a job for someone like me to tend to a pristine Garden filled with all of Gods … Continue reading Walking With God In The Garden

Christian Meditation – Its a Beautiful Thing

Meditation is not just for eastern religions as some may assume. As Christians we are instructed to meditate on Gods Word daily. But what does that mean? Meditate? It means that we spend time in stillness, reflecting on what a scripture means or the wonderful things God has done for us with a thankful heart. … Continue reading Christian Meditation – Its a Beautiful Thing

Jesus Saves…But From What?

You see those words on bumper stickers, billboards & tee-shirts. Sunday morning the T.V. Preacher swings his Bible through the air wildly yelling Jesus saves! But what is he saving you from? In this day of the watered down Gospel that is more interested in church attendance than church salvation the whole reckoning that there … Continue reading Jesus Saves…But From What?

The Meaning of Life 

The entire world - and all that is in it - is a living breathing sign that points to the Glory of God and the need for salvation and reconciliation to Him through Christ Jesus. Every experience, situation, every second of everyday, you are looking at something or experiencing something that points you towards the … Continue reading The Meaning of Life