Recently our church family has been going through very difficult attacks by evil forces in this world. As a Christian, I believe that all such attacks are a result of Satanic influences, worldly philosophies, and completely depraved flesh (Eph. 2:1-3). But never in my life has it seemed like so many of God’s people in one church were under attack. …
Category: <span>Spiritual Meandering</span>
I am studying Ephesians chapter one in our worship services. I am so overwhelmed with the grace of God in choosing to adopt me, so that like Paul, I can’t help but get excited as I ascribe praise upon praise to my wonderful Savior. Of course those who study theology know that these verses are so hotly debated and have…
In Luke 22, I can almost sense the anticipation of the disciples. They probably did not understand all that was going on, but they knew something was in the air. Jesus is giving his last words before they would forsake Him. The disciples are trying to find out who would betray Him, and with the anticipation of the “coming kingdom”…
One of the greatest parts of full-time ministry is spending hours in God’s Word in preparation for proclaiming His Truth. One of the amazing graces about preaching the Word of God is how Christ stirs my own soul and strengthens my spirit before I even utter a word to the congregation. I feel a passion when I preach; it is…
I am in awe and wonder over the phrasing of Romans 2:4. What a tremendous truth to contemplate that the “Goodness of God leads you to repentance.” To delight in the goodness of God is to delight in his merciful drawing of us closer and closer to repentance. To despise the goodness of God is to ignore his mercy and…
“Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering (of God). . .” (Romans 2:4) Around Thanksgiving time, I (most people as well) usually focus on all the good things of life. I have so much to be thankful for, and it is good to give thanks to God for all that he has done. But in…
To those who read this blog, I am sorry that I have not written in a while. To those who read this blog for pictures, I will post some more pics when I find my camera cable or get a new one. Meanwhile, let me update you all on why I have not found much time to write-our building project. When…
Monday and Tuesday Pastor Wally and I spent hours sitting in a car braving the Wyoming winter to attend the Fundamental Baptist Fellowship meeting in Denver, CO. Was it worth it to drive about 9.5 hours for one day of fellowship? Was it worth it to have to drive through a typical Wyoming storm along I-80 for a few hours…
“And the duty of singing praises to God seems to be appointed wholly to excite and express religious affections. No other reason can be assigned why we should express ourselves to God in verse rather than in prose, and do it with music, but only that such is our nature and frame that these things have a tendency to move…
I had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. Turkey, ham, stuffing, sweet potatoes, pie, and all the rest was present at our table last Thursday. But what I treasure the most this holiday was the time spent with family. God has truly blessed me with a wonderful wife who loves the Lord and me. In a few weeks our first son will…