“Anyone who does not carry his own cross . . cannot be My disciple.” Luke 14:27 NIV “There is free grace for the penitent, but no free passes for a disciple!” My thoughts and comments today are about “discipleship.” In everyday life, it seems there are always some who get […]
“Do not be afraid . . the Lord . . is going before you.” Deuteronomy 1:29-30 NIV “Jesus has been every place you will go, and on a cross has done what you will never have to do.” My thoughts today are about “been there; done that.” Life is a […]
“We have been made holy by the sacrifice of . . Jesus once for all.” Hebrews 10:10 NIV “The one condition of grace is that you put your total faith in Jesus Christ as Savior.” My thoughts today are that “grace is amazing.” Holy! How often do you really feel […]
“Twisting together a crown of thorns, they put it on His head.” Matthew 27:29 NAS “A crown of thorns became a crown that testifies of your salvation.” My thoughts today are about “a cross and crown.” Today is Good Friday, a day unlike any other before or since. Heaven’s royalty […]
“You were redeemed . . with the precious blood of Christ.” 1 Peter 1:18-19 NIV “The slate has been wiped clean; God is giving you a fresh start.” My thoughts today are about “a clean slate.” The expression, a clean slate, comes from a slate upon which a tavern’s daily […]