A Taste of Heaven

By His Word “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” —Romans 8:1 We must be careful whenever someone promises that faith in Christ will guarantee wealth, uninterrupted health, or freedom from hardship. The gospel never tells us that believers will escape the trials of this present world. Jesus warnedContinue reading “A Taste of Heaven”

When the Accuser Points Backward

On Second Thought “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus.” —Romans 8:1 The breastplate was not ornamental equipment for a Roman soldier. It covered the chest and guarded the organs that sustained life. A soldier could survive a bruise to the arm or a cut to the leg, butContinue reading “When the Accuser Points Backward”

Shaped by Grace

Resting in the Potter’s Hands As the Day Ends As the day draws to a close, there is a quiet honesty that begins to surface within us. The noise fades, the responsibilities slow, and we are left with a clearer view of ourselves. It is often in these moments that we recognize what Paul expressedContinue reading “Shaped by Grace”