Day 17 Instructions for the Church

My absolute favorite chapter in the New Testament is Philippians 2, a chapter I discovered 20 years ago on a church retreat.  I suppose I remember it so well because that time pinpointed my salvation, so everything from that trip was memorable. What’s ironic about Paul’s instructions to the church at Philippi is that they … Continue reading →

Day 16 Those Without

One of the topics of frustration in my home and in my city is homeless people. Apparently, we have become something of a mecca for them in these southern parts of the country. They hang around the interstate in the nicer parts of town with signs that ask for a ride, food, money, etc. They … Continue reading →

Day 15 Reaching the Lost

As I’ve written before, Jesus was serious about the Great Commission and reaching the lost. In fact, when asked to tell His disciples to keep quiet, He says  in Luke 19:40 “I tell you… if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.” He indicates that a way will always be provided to those who … Continue reading →