Category: Theology

Exploration of thoughts and ideas that either have or are influincing Christian theology.

“…what is man that You are mindful of him…” Psalm 8:4

This question has been running through my mind recently.  Just how is it that the Creator of the Universe is not only aware of us individually but also cares about us and wants to have us spend eternity with Him?  For me, the magnitude of this idea is almost overwhelming. Question. Think about it.  It … Continue reading “…what is man that You are mindful of him…” Psalm 8:4 →

“Be not afraid.” Matthew 14:27 // Comfort

The phrase “Fear not,” and its equivalent “Be not afraid,” occur more than any other in the Bible, three-hundred and sixty-five (365) times, in fact.  As I sit here contemplating the latest news concerning the Covid-19 virus contagion, that assurance seems starkly at odds with the constant admonitions from our newsfeeds and political leaders that … Continue reading “Be not afraid.” Matthew 14:27 // Comfort →

“… in Christ … old things are passed away … all things are become new.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 / Transcendence

A Thought. I’m not sure that we think about our new life in Christ in sufficiently dramatic terms.  I know that I haven’t. This idea came to me as I was reading a book a while ago.  In the book, one of the characters was asked what she expected to be the outcome of a … Continue reading “… in Christ … old things are passed away … all things are become new.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 / Transcendence →

“…I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health…” 3 John 2 / The Answer

The Situation. Much has been written during the current CV-19 pandemic about the increased need for prayer in this anxious time.  People are encouraged to “turn to the Lord” for help and spiritual sustenance while the disease continues to rage across the world.  The pandemic has brought the dangers inherent in our world to the … Continue reading “…I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health…” 3 John 2 / The Answer →