“There is no such thing as freedom of choice unless there is the freedom to refuse.” ~ David Hume Every human being is born in a failed state and fatally flawed. The development of hurts, habits, and hang-ups starts immediately out of the womb. From day one of our existence, we pursue worldly things to… Read More »
Wine Into Water
“I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.” ~ W.C. Fields The age of miracles is still upon us, but the world functions as if everything depends on humanity rather than God. We have taken the wine and turned it back into the water. Instead of trusting in an infinite God, we… Read More »
We Think and Let Think
“As to all opinions which do not strike at the root of Christianity, we think and let think.” ~ John Wesley What is at the root of your faith? For John Wesley, it was Christianity. He put great emphasis on his faith in Christianity and what scholars would deem the quadrilateral. The quadrilateral comprises four… Read More »
Warranties and Limitations
“This gracious gift of God’s power and love, the hope and expectation of the faithful, is neither warranted by our efforts nor limited by our frailties.” ~ John Wesley We are approaching Pentecost Sunday, the birthday of the Christian Church. There were roughly three thousand people converted to Christianity that day, not a bad first… Read More »
You’re On Mute
“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” ~ Winston Churchill The number one quote for 2020 was “You’re On Mute.” Virtual platforms became the norm for business and social life around the globe. Anyone who spent any time attending virtual meetings… Read More »
Telling The World About God
“God’s plan for enlarging His kingdom is so simple – one person telling another about the Savior. Yet we’re busy and full of excuses. Just remember, someone’s eternal destiny is at stake. The joy you’ll have when you meet that person in heaven will far exceed any discomfort you felt in sharing the gospel.” ~… Read More »
Can I Get a Witness?
“Nothing spoils a good story like the arrival of an eyewitness.” ~ Mark Twain There is nothing more persuasive in the world than eyewitness testimony. Despite forensic evidence and gifted prosecutors, it’s hard not to be swayed by an eyewitness. Their testimony doesn’t mean they are always telling the truth. Many people are falsely accused… Read More »
God + You = Love Story
“People say all the time ‘I don’t have a good testimony’ because they think their story has to involve some dramatic story of change from ‘bad’ to ‘good.’ But Jesus didn’t come to save people this way. Sin doesn’t make us bad it makes us dead. Jesus came to save by bringing the dead to… Read More »
The Language of the Heart
“Let us always love the best in others—and never fear their worst.” ~ William G. Wilson This morning in Missouri, it feels like Iceland. Did you know there are only 343,353 who call Iceland home? It’s a fascinating country that does wonders for its residents. Their literacy rate is 100%; think about how incredible that… Read More »
