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• Why is Wonder Woman a Better Role Model Than Beth Moore?

  

  Even though one is a supposed Christian and the other is a fictional comic strip character?In seeking to answer that question, first, please forgive me for... Read more

  Posted on 23 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Movie Review: Autistic Driving School

  

  I published this on The Quiet Life, my personal blog, earlier. But with so much negative news out there, such ugly discernment fighting, so much false... Read more

  Posted on 22 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• What Does 'disciples' Mean?

  

  In listening to Martyn Lloyd Jones today I was struck by how he brought out nuances to the word 'disciple.' All that the word disciple really means is learner.... Read more

  Posted on 21 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Revelation 101

  

  So often I hear that people are scared to, or worried about reading the Book of Revelation. It's this monolith at the end of the Bible that people stay away fro... Read more

  Posted on 20 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Discernment Review: The Mystical Practice of Lectio Divina

  

  Several mystical practices have been making their way into the more conservative quarters of the faith. One has been contemplative prayer, or centering prayer. Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Do the Sheep REALLY Know What the Shepherd Does for Them?

  

  A list on this Father's Day. If you're saved, Jesus is the best Father.The image of God as a shepherd points to his continual direction, guidance and care for... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Two Or More Good Things About Having a Disability

  

  I like to write about Jesus, His Word, and the things of the Word. But today I'll write a bit about me, and then turn it to Jesus.I have a disability.I can't... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• The Practical Grace of Alana L.

  

  Alana L. is a Christian, a wife, a mom, an entrepreneur, and a Youtuber. She has been making videos about her life as a mom in Christ for five years, which are... Read more

  Posted on 15 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• The Sifting Hour

  

  My pastor is preaching slowly through Jonah. I love Jonah. What's not to be intrigued by? The book has everything. A disobedient prophet, action, sovereignty... Read more

  Posted on 14 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• How is Incense Like Prayer?

  

  Yesterday I wrote about incense, and how the LORD told Jeremiah to tell the people that their sacrifices of incense were not going to be received, because of... Read more

  Posted on 13 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• When a Sweet Smell is Foul

  

  Hear, O earth; behold, I am bringing disaster upon this people, the fruit of their devices, because they have not paid attention to my words; and as for my... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Feeling Weak and Weary? It's OK. Even Timothy Needed Urging

  

  For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, 7for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of... Read more

  Posted on 10 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• What Was the Greatest Revival Ever?

  

  Pentecost yielded 3000 souls. Hallelujah! However, the harvest of souls will be even greater during the Tribulation. (Rev 7:9-10, 13). Hallelujah again!Was it... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Just a Little Something to Think About ... Angels Among Us

  

  This essay first appeared in September 2010 on The End TimeAngels. They exist. They were created by God and they serve God. There are multitudes and multitudes... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• How Could Jonah Sleep During the Storm?

  

  Our pastor began a new series Sunday on Jonah. He is taking it slow and luxuriating in our verse-by-verse exposition, which means I am too. Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Prata Potpourri, Summer Edition: In Which Victoria Elizabeth Barnes' Parents...

  

  Here are some essays, photos, and thoughts I've gathered along the way this week. I found them interesting and edifying. I hope you do too.First, ponder that... Read more

  Posted on 06 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• How to Interpret Circumstances, Lessons from Jonah and David

  

  "It was a God-thing!" "The sign couldn't have been more clear!" "It surely wasn't a coincidence, it must have been from God!"Have you ever heard anyone say any... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Kay Cude Poetry: Walking in the Light

  

  Kay Cude is a Texas poet. Used with permission. Artist's statement below. Click to enlarge.For too many years I had little concept of what "walking in the... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• Reformation History; Jenny Geddes and Her Stool

  

  the women should keep silent in the churches. For they are not permitted to speak, but should be in submission, as the Law also says. (1 Corinthians... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY

• The Angel Was Delayed Three Weeks...

  

  In Daniel chapter 10, we learn that Daniel has been praying for 21 days. He had inquired of the LORD, and Daniel was awaiting the reply. On day 24, the reply... Read more

  Posted on 02 June 2017 SOCIETY, SPIRITUALITY