Tag: Faith
Updated on September 28, 2023
Did Jesus Call The Syrophoenician Woman A Dog?
The Syrophoenician Woman In Matthew 15 and Mark 7, the Gospel writers record the story of Jesus healing the possessed daughter of a Syrophoenician woman. This story has been taught and read so many times that some folks …
Updated on March 3, 2023
Mark 11:21-23 – Speak To The Mountain And Do Not Doubt
God’s Word Is True – An Example From My Life Today, I was doing some research for an article on Mark 11. This is where Jesus curses the fig tree, and then gives one of the most important …
Updated on September 28, 2022
Should Christians Celebrate Halloween? Truth Or Treat?
Much of Halloween glorifies evil and darkness, and is designed to instill fear. Believers should have nothing to do with any of these.
Updated on April 7, 2015
Freedom From Religion
Around every Christian holiday, I can count on seeing a post or two shared on Facebook from an organization whose mission in life is to be free from religion. Strangely, I strongly endorse their efforts – but likely …
Updated on August 29, 2014
Its The End Of The World As We Know It
In the press leading up to the new Nicholas Cage movie, Left Behind, I came across an interesting quote from someone described as a Christian philosopher. Now I am not quite sure what that is, but it can’t …
Updated on August 16, 2014
To Suffer Or Not To Suffer
I recently took part in a discussion on suffering, specifically Christian suffering. All the usual anecdotes were offered, the unborn, the premature death, the physically disabled, those born into poverty, or living in war zones. The usual Biblical …
Updated on March 4, 2014
Did God Really Say…
In my last post, I discussed the Blessing, the fall of man, along with Satan’s temptation of Eve. If you missed the article, I recommend taking a quick peek back before continuing. One of the most common weapons …
Updated on March 14, 2014
And God Blessed Them
“Why Did This Happen To me?” Its a question that gets asked far too often. And unfortunately, it is often coupled with a belief that tragedy, sickness, or death was sent by God. It is like a no-fault …
Updated on July 12, 2022
God Is Not The Unjust Judge And You Are Not The Widow
In Luke 18:1-8, Jesus gives a short parable about a widow who keeps coming before an unjust judge, badgering him until he finally gives her justice. Then Jesus explains that God is nothing like the unjust judge, and …
Updated on November 4, 2022
Do You Believe In Love?
There is nothing wrong with romance and attraction. But that type of love, and those types of feelings, will not be the firm foundation you need to build a committed relationship. You need a love that is spiritual, eternal, and cannot fail. This is not a feeling, but a supernatural force that can change you into a reflection of Love Himself, who is Truth.
Updated on January 29, 2013
Spiritual, But Not Religious
I am fascinated by people who proclaim themselves spiritual, but not religious. I first started seeing this in the dating/singles world and then later with celebrities as a technique to distance themselves from the sometimes awkward subject of …
Updated on March 2, 2013
Though He Slay Me, I Will Hope In Him
I recently was having a discussion on a Christian message board about healing. It was very revealing how angry and passionate people were to prove that God does NOT heal. In fact, one of the arguments against healing …
Updated on May 31, 2011
Lord, even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from the table.
Lord, even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from the table. I am presently working on a page about Jesus healing the daughter of a Syrophoenician (Matthew 15:21-28 Mark 7:24-30). Part of this requires research to find …
Updated on February 26, 2011
A Thunderstorm Lesson
A Thunderstorm Lesson Today, I found myself reading in my bedroom when a late summer storm hit. Boris is usually terrified by storms, but this time he came and crouched on my lap. As the thunder and lightning …
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Updated on August 10, 2012
The Terribly Scary Storm
by harrison
The Story Behind The Terribly Scary Storm “Boris learns a valuable lesson about fear when he faces a scary thunderstorm.” – Harrison Woodard Background – The Terribly Scary Storm is the 9th story in the Boris Kitty series. …
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