“Satan has desired to have you…” Luke 22:31 KJV This verse shouldn’t surprise any of us who follow Jesus. Satan despises all who have put their trust in the work of the cross. He loathes us, tries to diminish us in the eyes of those around us, yet, in reality, doesn’t have what it […]
Tag Archives: freedom
Trapped!
Trapped! Claustrophobic people get the implications of this word easily. They know the feeling of confinement, no room, suffocating dread and fast beating heart. But all of us have been acquainted with the word trapped, even if not in a physical way. We’ve been ensnared by insufficient finances for our current debts… been smothered by […]
Open The Cage
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.” Ephesians 4:31,32 NLT “I’m not mad at anyone!” I came to this realization yesterday while […]
Real Freedom
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 It’s 4th of July weekend as I write this. Signs of a grateful nation are in abundance. We certainly celebrate being free and honoring those who sacrifice for us to have our freedom. Political freedom can be taken for granted […]
Illusive Truth
“Pilate replied, ‘But you are a king then?’ ‘Yes,’ Jesus said. ‘I was born for that purpose. And I came to bring truth to the world. All who love the truth are my followers.’ ‘What is truth?’ Pilate exclaimed.” John 18:37,38 The Living Bible In the short but dramatic interaction with the Roman governor Pilate, Jesus […]
Do-Overs
I’m a windshield guy more than a rear view mirror guy. It’s important at times to look behind you, but that’s not where I’m going. That’s where I’ve been. In the same vein, I don’t do a lot of soul searching over decisions made, clothes bought or miles traveled. That was then and this is […]