Trust in the Lord

Christians should always keep God’s numerous blessings in mind and be thankful for them, if for no other reason than to avoid stress and burnout.  During times of being stressed out and worried over things, it’s easy to forget that God ultimately provides and protects; this may lead the beginning of doubt over either God’s ability to care for us or His love for us.  I believe this is why Jesus told us three times in the Sermon on the Mount to not worry (Matthew 6:25, 31, 34) and the Holy Spirit inspired the Old Testament psalmist to tell us three times in one psalm to not worry (Psalm 37:1, 7, 8).  This particular psalm – Psalm 37 – tells us exactly how to avoid stress by recognizing how good God truly is.… Read More Trust in the Lord

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Are You Part of the 144,000?

Chapter 7 is one of the more misunderstood chapters of Revelation. Even though the book says it is “signified” (Revelation 1:1), many take what is written in the book literally instead of figuratively. For example, I’ve talked to some who read chapter 7 and conclude there will be only 144,000 souls in heaven when all is said and done. I’ve talked to others who think that in the end only 144,000 from the nation of Israel will be saved. Such is not the case.… Read More Are You Part of the 144,000?

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Bible Q&A: If We Are Created in God’s Image, Why Can’t We Be Jealous and Vengeful?

If we are created in the image of God, why can’t we be jealous and seek vengeance? “For I the Lord your God am a jealous God” (Ex. 20:5) has been described as an anthropomorphism, where God describes himself with human characteristics so that we may understand him.  Therefore, we should not view his “jealousy” as… Read More Bible Q&A: If We Are Created in God’s Image, Why Can’t We Be Jealous and Vengeful?

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James: The Right Perspective About Wealth

Why did God tell “the brother of humble circumstances” (i.e., the poor Christian)that they have a “high position” in which they are to “glory”?  Why tell “the rich man” that he has “humiliation” in which he is to “glory”?  Why promise the rich man that even while he is “in the midst of his pursuits” he will “fade away”?… Read More James: The Right Perspective About Wealth

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