"For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places."Ephesians 6:12 (ESV) American History was one of my favorite courses as a college student. My professor was a master storyteller who brought characters to life in such [...]
Kindness is a popular concept. So many people – Christians and non-Christians – encourage kindness on social media posts. Yet, ironically, social media is a largely hostile place. How does that happen? One explanation might be that as flawed and sinful creatures, we are unable to sustain anything that is not of the Spirit. “But [...]
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”Colossians 3:16 (ESV) I admit it. My heart has been heavy the last several weeks. Our country is embattled in a cultural civil war. And, [...]
“Create in me a clean heart, oh God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”Psalm 51:10 Wash your hands. That has been the message we have been hearing for several months. Experts say that frequent hand washing reduces our chances of getting the COVID-19 virus. Hand washing is not anything new. Moms have been telling [...]
“‘My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.’ So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.”II Corinthians 12:9 (NLT) The events of the last week have been surreal. Everything seems out of control, and it appears that all the power [...]
Debbie Stankovich, MCLC 