In OId Testament times, someone called a kinsmen redeemer would pay a price or ransom to buy back or free someone from a debt, bondange, or obligation, thus restoring their rights and avenging their wrongs. Jesus redeems humanity from bondage to sin through His death on the cross, paying the ultimate ransom to secure spiritualContinue reading “Kinsmen Redeemer”
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He Lives
Promises, Promises
We rely on the promises of others. The doctor tells us that if we take this medicine or have this procedure done, we will feel better. The mechanic declares what the problem is with our car or appliance, and says if we undertake a certain repair, the problem will be resolved. The politician states whatContinue reading “Promises, Promises”
All His Purpose
Dog Returns To Its Vomit
We have all heard the above phrase before and perhaps we have even seen it happen. People are not immune from this sort of practice. The career criminal continues to commit the same crimes. We yield to the same destructive practices over and over. Some people make the same errors in judgment time and again.Continue reading “Dog Returns To Its Vomit”
Set Free
Faith Grows When Tested
One thing that we can be sure of in life, is that storms will come. Often they come when we are already overwhelmed and don’t know what to do. God promised to never leave His children. And we know that He is sovereign over all things, with nothing outside of His knowledge and ability toContinue reading “Faith Grows When Tested”
You Must Stand
Fading Hope
Today is election day in our country. People place their hopes on their favorite candidates, and they fear what will happen if the opposition wins. However, after election day, hope begins to fade again, and disappointment rises with the failures of the new leaders to deliver on their promises. Fears replace hope. Romans 5:2 says,Continue reading “Fading Hope”
Reluctant Retiree 