“You were running well. Who hindered you from obeying the truth? This persuasion is not from him who calls you.” (Galatians 5:7–8, ESV) One time I was watching a track and field event on television. It was a distance race. One of the runners was way out in front. As he rounded the bend forContinue reading “Start Well Continue Well”
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What are we waiting for?
“For through the Spirit, by faith, we ourselves eagerly wait for the hope of righteousness.” (Galatians 5:5, ESV) None of us like to wait. We tent to be an impatient bunch, or perhaps it is just me. As I drive down the road, I experience so many people are breaking the speed limit, weaving inContinue reading “What are we waiting for?”
Oil and Water
“You are severed from Christ, you who would be justified by the law; you have fallen away from grace.” (Galatians 5:4, ESV) Certain things will not mix together. On my boat, I have a filter that is designed to remove water from the gasoline. Basically, it is a simple device. The filter has a bowlContinue reading “Oil and Water”
Heart of the Pastor – Gal 4:12-16
“What then has become of your blessedness? For I testify to you that, if possible, you would have gouged out your eyes and given them to me. Have I then become your enemy by telling you the truth?” (Galatians 4:15–16, ESV) I believe that many parishioners have no clue about the true heart of theContinue reading “Heart of the Pastor – Gal 4:12-16”
Renewing the Heart 