Yes! "Rejoice that your names are written in heaven." - Jesus. Luke 10:20. I read this verse today, but I've never slowed down to focus on the command here from Jesus to rejoice that our names are written in heaven. It's not that I haven't rejoiced from time to time about this before, it's that… Continue reading Can we rejoice that our names are written in heaven?
Tag: Theology
Joy in the Reign of God – Some thoughts on Psalm 96
“Say among the nations, ‘The Lord reigns.’ The world is firmly established, it cannot be moved; He will judge the peoples with equity. Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad” Psalm 96:10-11 (ESV) I had a conversation with my wife Sarah recently where she told me she had been inspired to pray for… Continue reading Joy in the Reign of God – Some thoughts on Psalm 96
Let Your Light Shine: Write.
"Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." - Matthew 5:16 Have you wanted to start a blog, or write a book, but have a difficult time starting? I also have had a difficult time writing and blogging, and… Continue reading Let Your Light Shine: Write.
Nehemiah’s Prayer
Nehemiah's story is intriguing. It's a story about rebuilding the walls of the ancient city of Jerusalem. We hear a lot of sermons or teachings about the New Testament, but much less sermons on the Old Testament; and that makes sense, because we like good news, and the New Testament is all about that good… Continue reading Nehemiah’s Prayer
Ten minutes of Thankfulness
I've been practicing gratitude lately at the end of the day for ten minutes by thinking. I decided to write today instead. I'm thankful for Jesus of course, who made a way when there was no way. I'm so thankful for my wife and children. I'm writing this in an Uber ride home from the… Continue reading Ten minutes of Thankfulness