“Painting calmed the chaos that shook my soul” ~ Niki de St. Phalle Unlike the above quote, painting does not calm my soul. I hate painting. I am not someone who enjoys the tediousness of it and I especially do not like having to apply second coats when painting homes. I hate working so hard- …
“Whenever anyone has offended me, I try to raise my soul so high that the offense cannot reach it” – Rene Descartes We live in an offended world. Offense is taken in small things and large things. Nonetheless, I am not just a youngster knocking the volatile tendency’s of others. It has always been this …
“Beauty is only skin deep, but ugly goes clean to the bone” ~ Dorothy Parker The above quote is rather convincing, but an astute Christian may notice that this quote allows for an additional element. “Beauty is only skin deep, but ugly goes clean to the bone [and sin constricts the soul]” Christians are often …
It is a passion of mine to find new and innovative ways of illustrating the same, powerful Gospel of Jesus Christ. Sometimes my approaches involve science. Other times, I will refer to history. Still yet, I have also found ways to incorporate everyday mundane things such as cooking or a doctor’s visit. However, today I …
As of 2020, 7 out of 10 Americans drink coffee every week, with 62% of Americans drinking it daily. The average American coffee consumer drinks three cups a day. Coffee really is a phenomenon. There are fast-food chains to support the habit, maintain preferences in style, and countless ways to serve it. Though many like …
What happens after death? Although this becomes a sad thought as we think of loved ones and people who have not believed on the Gospel of Christ, it is still an amazing thing to say that what happens after death: Is your choice. The two sides of the coin are this: Eternal life in Heaven …
It seems the word of the year has become the word, “safe.” The irony is that here on Earth, nothing is 100% safe. The hymn we’re discussing today assures us of sure safety, being in Christ. The chorus to this song exclaims, “I’ve anchored my soul in the haven of rest. I’ll sail the wide …
I was driving back from work a while ago on the same roads I always drive, the same time I usually drive them, and looking at the same scenery I always see. But this time, I noted that in this beautiful field on the right-hand side of my car, there were cows. I had never …
“Memory is the scribe of the soul” ~ Aristotle Memory. What comes to mind when you hear the word? Possibly, an unforgettable vacation? For some, it is the moment they and their spouse said, “I do.” For others, this word could carry a sadder weight as you remember the death of a loved one. For …
2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity. This verse is in direct connection to the subject found in verse 17. Hymenaeus and Philetus have broken from the sound doctrine given by …