“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7. Considering his wrongful imprisonment by the Romans, Paul’s admonition is astonishing. In the clutches […]
Month: November 2015
Mercy in Everyday Tragedies – Or Why I’m thankful For The Lord’s Providential Plans
The horrible news of yet another terrorist attack – this time in Paris, the iconic “city of light” – fills the headlines globally. In this age of mass information and communication our screens are inundated with unwanted scenes of carnage and pitiable sorrow. Beyond globally publicized tragedies – some natural and some manmade – there […]
Book Review: God is Love
Book Review: God is Love: A Biblical And Systematic Theology. By Gerald Bray. Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2012. I received a complimentary copy in kindle format from the publisher for review purposes. I disagree with far too much of this book to recommend it, but I benefitted from certain sections of it. I am an “eat […]