God is huge, brilliant, powerful, and supreme. He is so big that it is amazing that we can know Him. At the same time He is loving, caring, compassionate, and near. God cares about you. 1 Peter 5:5-11 5 In the same way, you younger men, be subject to the elders. And all of you clothe … Continue reading God cares about you
Tag: spiritual battles
Amazed
Unclean. Out of control. A mad man. Living in the tombs. Shackled. Bound. Smashing the restraints. Crying out. Cutting himself. These are some of the words to describe the man who was tormented by demons, a man who lived in an area to the east of the Sea of Galilee, the region of the Gerasenes. But … Continue reading Amazed
Legacy of a Warrior: The Sword of the Spirit
Recently I visited the Colosseum in Rome. This outdoor arena held 50,000 screaming spectators, and witnessed some of the most dramatic, traumatic and gruesome events in human history. Gladiators battled there. Criminals fought lions and other wild animals to the death. Christians were fed to the lions there. Life is a series of spiritual battles. We … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: The Sword of the Spirit
Legacy of a Warrior: Breastplate of Righteousness
For a soldier, the breastplate covers your heart and other vital organs. The strength of the breastplate is vital to the mission. For a Christian, as we face spiritual battles, we must put on the breastplate of righteousness to be successful. Here's a definition for righteousness: "pure in heart and life; being right and doing … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: Breastplate of Righteousness
Legacy of a Warrior: The Way a Warrior Stands
Spiritual battles. Whether you realize it or not, you have them every day. For example, you may think that when you and your spouse are having a conflict that it is just a difference of opinions, ideas or personalities, or perhaps that one or both of you are having a bad day. But in reality … Continue reading Legacy of a Warrior: The Way a Warrior Stands
Purpose in the Pain
This week our hearts and prayers have been with the people of Oklahoma City, who were devastated by a massive tornado that led to much destruction and death. Like me, many of you have friends and family who live in OKC who have been impacted by the storm. Disaster relief teams are on the ground … Continue reading Purpose in the Pain