Reflections on 1 Samuel 13–14 There are enemies outside us that can destroy lives, churches, and nations. But according to the Bible, one of the greatest dangers is often much closer to home. It lives in the human heart. In 1 Samuel 13–14, Israel had a serious enemy in the Philistines. But as the story… Continue reading No Enemy Is More Dangerous Than Selfish Pride
Category: Pride
Solomon’s stupidity
Last week the pastor of Christ’s Community Church in California was arrested by the Sheriff’s Department and charged with seven counts of committing lewd acts upon a child. He allegedly was carrying on a two year sexual relationship with a teen congregant. The pastor in question is 50 years old and married. Shocking news of another so-called… Continue reading Solomon’s stupidity
Too good for God
“Religion is a crutch for weak people” I’m sure you have friends that say this kind of thing. They may add: “I don’t need God, I’ve got it together! I lead a good life. I’m not a rapist or a murderer or corrupt.” The error of this kind of thinking is that it holds a… Continue reading Too good for God