Reading: Romans 2:12-16 Reflective Thoughts The problem with morality As words go, “sin” is not popular. If “sin” were a sixth-grader in the lineup for a baseball game, he would be the last player standing. He would default to … Read More
Reading: Romans 2:5-11 Reflective Thoughts The impartial judgment of God February is Black History Month-and today is National Freedom Day–when our nation celebrates the milestones and the people who walked the long road from slavery and racism to freedom. Ethnic … Read More
Reading: Romans 2:1-4 Reflective Thoughts The agenda of our judgment “Don’t be judgmental!” This is a favorite warning from the world to the Christian. Is this what Jesus meant in the oft quoted text of Matthew 7:1-“Do not judge or … Read More
Reading: Romans 1:24-32 Reflective Thoughts Choosing to give Him glory Man’s highest purpose, explains the Westminster Catechism, is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. Our hearts were made to worship God. But what happens when we reject that for … Read More
Reading: Romans 1:22-23 Reflective Thoughts What idolatry looks like UCLA basketball coach John Wooden warned his players about the danger and foolishness of conceit. Both Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Bill Walton heard his warnings: “Talent is God given. Be humble. … Read More
Reading: Romans 1: 18-21 Reflective Thoughts How to fight futile thinking We know that God is a God of love, mercy and grace. But sometimes we forget that God is also a holy God. If He loves what is right, … Read More
Reading: Romans 1:16-17 Reflective Thoughts The power of the gospel Rome, at the time this letter was written, was a booming metropolis at the forefront of civilization. Population estimates are as high as 5 million people. So when Paul wrote … Read More
Reading: Romans 1:1-15 Reflective Thoughts Living like a saint Paul opens His letter to the believers in Rome by introducing himself as one who is “set apart” for the gospel. He calls the believers two things: “beloved of God in Rome … Read More