Tag Archives: righteousness

Part One It is human nature to complain and criticize but, of course, we know that the Bible clearly instructs us not to. There are many reasons why this sort of behavior should be avoided at all costs–it is hurtful, whether it is said to a person face-to-face or behind ...

“At altar calls, people often come desiring more power, more anointing. Many need healing. Some need answers or revelation. But rarely do I encounter people who come forward who are desperate for righteousness.” So said a pastor once who’d been ministering for more than four decades. Jesus said “Blessed are ...

To be honest, I haven’t always been James’ biggest fan. While I know the Bible doesn’t contradict itself, I’ve alway wrestled with him about his perspective on grace. Some of what James says is difficult to reconcile with salvation by grace alone. But this morning, I heard an explanation of one of ...

“Now the Passover of the Jews was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.  And He found in the temple those who sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the money changers doing business.”  John 2:13-14 (NKJV) The temple in Jerusalem was a holy place.  It was for prayer, ...

Interestingly enough, two people can witness the exact same event and come away with two very different versions of what happened. Two children can be raised in the same home, under the exact same rules and expectations and can turn out entirely different. My husband and I like to tell ...