I can’t imagine to joy of the families of the first of three Israeli hostages released today under a cease-fire agreement in Gaza. On October 7, 2023, the war in Gaza ignited when some 3,000 Islamic Jihad Hamas terrorists violently stormed into southern Israel. The Amalek-like Hamas mad...
It is a play on the phrase “Give ‘em hell,” which we hear in our culture in film or sport or battle, usually to encourage people to give their all to the task. There is a tone of violence associated with phrase, because of the word “hell.” But Willard removes the violence, ...
Yes, I did, but it does not give you the right to be a jerk down here on earth, and we will all stand before Christ’s bema seat, where we will account for the stupid stuff that we did in the flesh. I have this tendency to think we will be thankful that all this broken, eart...
but all who are in Christ are saints and described as such in God’s irrefutable word. Brothers and Sisters, if you are in Christ, you are a saint called to honor him. You will know whether you are called or not, but it can’t be based on counting or pursuing ...
Reflections on living on a low income in Australia (Part 1) It has been tough since I lost my job a few years ago. But I have managed to find casual work all these years. My wife works part-time. I also do volunteering work. Unfortunately, even though we both work very hard, we ...
“I am prepared, first because of the goodness and grace of God, who wants me to be saved (2 Peter 3:9). It all started when He brought conviction of sin upon me through the Holy Spirit and led me to confess and turn away from a life of sin. His death on the cross for my si...
Luke 15In this passage, Jesus makes it clear that there is much joy in heaven over one repentant sinner, even more joy than there is over ninety-nine (99) righteous men. He also tells the parable of the prodigal son, emphasizing His mercy on those who are truly repentant and turn away...