“For the word of the cross is to those who are perishing foolishness, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written, ‘I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the cleverness of the clever I will set aside.’ Where is the wise man? Where is […]
Archives for November 2016
A Thanksgiving Proclamation
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By the President of the United States of America. A Proclamation. Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor—and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested […]
Barbarians at the Gate: Where Do We Turn?
“Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, and rely on horses, and trust in chariots because they are many, and in horsemen because they are very strong, but they do not look to the Holy One of Israel, nor seek the LORD!” (Isaiah 31:1). Created and redeemed by God, we owe Him […]
To Know Him Is to Love Him
Boundless in knowledge and power; perfect in goodness, love, wisdom, and justice, God does all things with holy excellence. Indeed, holiness constitutes the beauty of His every attribute and action. We see God’s excellence most clearly in the person and work of Christ in love to the unlovely, goodness to the corrupt, mercy to the […]
Essential Lessons from Balaam’s Demise
“The sons of Israel also killed Balaam the son of Beor, the diviner, with the sword among the rest of their slain” (Joshua 13:22). The prophetic ministry of Balaam and God’s judgment of his sin provide several sobering lessons for all who would minister in Christ’s name, including grave warnings to those who serve in […]
