The Guilt Complex and False righteousness

Romans 8:1-4; 31-35, 37-39 1 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 2 For the law of the life-giving Spirit in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death. 3 For God achieved what the law could not do because it was...

The Options Before Us

Isaiah 1:18 “Come, let’s consider your options,” says the LORD. “Though your sins have stained you like the color red, you can become white like snow; though they are as easy to see as the color scarlet, you can become white like wool.”...

Christmas Countdown Day 6: Knowing the gift

Luke 4:34 “Ha!  Leave us alone, Jesus the Nazarene!  Have you come to destroy us?  I know who you are – the Holy One of God.” Such a small statement, and yet so profound.  Even the demons knew who Jesus was and shuddered – but that knowledge...

Christmas Countdown day 5: Peace

Luke 2:13-14 “And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with...

Christmas Countdown Day 2: The Nature of the Gift

Hebrews 5:2-5, 8-10 2 He is able to deal compassionately with those who are ignorant and erring, since he also is subject to weakness. 3 And for this reason he is obligated to make sin offerings for himself as well as for the people.  4 And no one assumes this honor...

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