If you pay any attention to the news exceptions are always getting turned into rules. The words that are always at the forefront is, “We need to start a conversation.” When the conversation is brought about on false pretenses the conversation tends to be ignored. When we turn exceptions into rules it helps us feel better. Rules on the other hand make us feel down about … [Read more...] about Exceptions Turned Into Rules
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Spiritual Battles
Even though we can’t see it spiritual battles are a constant in our lives. The battle is to win our soul for the darkness or light. Even though we go thru these battles there is hope for us. Jesus conquered death so we can have life. We must constantly be prepared for the of the barriers that life gives us. With the aid of the Word and Christ anything is possible. 1 … [Read more...] about Spiritual Battles
The Best Evil Looks Righteous
So, how many of you like evil? Well, it looks like you are not answering because that is a stupid question. I have another stupid question to give the readers. How many of you like things that are righteous? The answer to the first question is obviously no and the answer to the later question is evidently yes. Evil exist because we twist what is evil into what we think is … [Read more...] about The Best Evil Looks Righteous
Understanding Manipulation As A Sin
The first lie is always that the ends justify the means. Even then the outcomes don’t equate to a righteous outcome. Logic breaks down when the ends become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Any good end achieved thru manipulation can be achieved thru honesty. Consequence becomes the fear instead of reaching a desirable result. It is worse to avoid a temporary relationship problem … [Read more...] about Understanding Manipulation As A Sin
Being Specific In Preaching
Too many times teachers within the church speak in generalities instead of specifics. We don’t preach to what the congregation and the culture is personally struggling with. It is very easy to agree with a general assertion without applying it to your life. When you tell people what they want to hear instead of what they need to hear you are pandering. The fear of not offending … [Read more...] about Being Specific In Preaching