Artwork by Cheryl Chong. Lyrics from the hymn Jesus I My Cross Have Taken (the Indelible Grace version is our favourite). We gave a print of this to the Fleener family as a goodbye present. I (William) think it’s a hymn lyric that captures the hope of eternity that helps us to press on in …
Category Archives: Trials
What does sin have to do with my four dead girls?
Tim Keller shares a practical example of gazing at Jesus Christ for the peace of God that surpasses all understanding: “Horatio Spafford was the best divorce lawyer in Johnson County who lost everything he had in the Chicago fire of 1871. Only two years later, he sent his wife, Anna, and their four daughters on …
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Declare your faith for those who are faithless
Earlier today I was listening to a sermon on Psalm 150 this afternoon. About halfway through, Daniel Montgomery made a good point regarding what we’re to do in our gathered worship: And here’s the deal – what you notice in the “what” of praise [referring to who Psalm 150 is directed to], is that it’s …
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Christianity alone tells us this
“We don’t know the reason that God allows evil and suffering to continue. But we know what the reason isn’t. We know what the reason can’t be. It can’t be that he doesn’t love us. It can’t be that he doesn’t care.” Why? “Because he got involved with his Son. Christianity alone tells us that …
Scriptures of comfort and strength
Some days I’m glad that the Bible speaks so honestly about suffering. When I feel burdened with struggles, it’s worth meditating on one (or all) of these verses. Jesus: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am …