Tag Archives: god

That’s Not What I Meant

I can’t tell you how many times I have been misunderstood. I would bet that we have all experienced this frustration many more times than we would like. People can’t help but judge our motives from what we say and do. But since they don’t know our hearts, their judgments of our intentions is farContinue reading “That’s Not What I Meant”

Redemption

Today, we only have limited experience with redemption. We can redeem coupons at a store to receive a discount, meaning someone else is covering the cost of our discount. We talk about redeeming time or an opportunity, meaning we are making the best use of that which we are using. In other times, however, redemptionContinue reading “Redemption”

Too Numerous To List

When I make plans, I try to forsee the future and reasonably evaluate what can be done. However, my vision of the future is severely limited and my ability to make things happen is also severely limited. So with all the wisdom I can muster up and with the expectation that I can actually doContinue reading “Too Numerous To List”

Where Are They Leading Us?

Our leaders each have a story about events and policies. Many are distorted from the truth based upon personal or political agendas. The bigger question is where will their agendas and versions of the truth lead us? Can we trust them to lead us in the right paths? Psalm 25:5 says, “Lead me in yourContinue reading “Where Are They Leading Us?”

What Is God Like?

Exodus 34:5 says, “The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, ‘The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.’” This is the God that we worship and love. His love for us abounds and is steadfast, never wavering. By the sacrifice of His own Son,Continue reading “What Is God Like?”