Most kids nowadays, as of the last 30 years that is, have played some variant of Super Mario Brothers. Recently, I had the nice experience to watch the new Mario movie with my wife. Following the movie, my philosophical mind kicked in and I saw some interesting resemblance between Mario and the Christian. At first, …
You ever have a random thought that seems silly but then progresses into a profound thought? Here is my most recent question/thought that popped into my mind. How do animals first realize that water is necessary for their survival? You may say, “They are thirsty of course!” To that I would reply, “Yes, they feel …
I remember being younger. We all do I would imagine and I would hope. In recalling your younger self, think upon your work ethic. Hopefully, it has matured. As humbly as I can say it, I believe that mine has. I know this, because sometimes I can hear the words of my elders exclaiming, “Let’s …
When I was younger, I remember how saturated the Christian media was with questions such as, “Would you die for Christ?” and or “If the situation were to arise, would you deny Jesus in your last moments?” There are hundreds of variations to these questions and upon reflection I believe I know why these questions …
5:14-16 I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully. For some are already turned aside after Satan. If any man or woman that believeth have widows, let them relieve them, and let not the church be charged; that it may relieve …
5:1-3 Rebuke not an elder, but intreat him as a father; and the younger men as brethren; The elder women as mothers; the younger as sisters, with all purity. Honour widows that are widows indeed. Chapter 5 and 6 are a shift from qualifications of Christian leadership and more so towards pressing matters within the …
1:16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting. Paul continues his form of testimony began in verse 12 with the transition term, alla. In English, “howbeit” is a very suitable …