Let the widows wail
The Christian’s impulse is to sweep the pain and groanings of life in this fallen world under the rug. Sometimes, people need time and space to lament.
The Christian’s impulse is to sweep the pain and groanings of life in this fallen world under the rug. Sometimes, people need time and space to lament.
What kind of king allows himself to be mocked, nailed to a cross, and crucified? The correct answer is the King of kings.
The author of Hebrews acknowledges the terrible difficulties which Jewish Christians faced, but throughout the letter, he shows them the alternative.
When Christians suffer in this life, we often compare our trials to those of others. This, however, is not a biblical coping mechanism.
On the one hand, I shouldn’t be surprised to hear a professing Christian condone sins such as abortion or homosexuality in the name of “love thy neighbor.”
If nothing else, I know better than to take pastors for granted. They bear the weight of our souls as they strive to lead the church faithfully.
We should be thankful for God’s material gifts, stewarding them well, but we must hold on to them loosely. Ultimately, they can’t last.