We may realize that we should be humble, but why do we have the ability to be humble in the first place?
Month: August 2018
Downright Blurry, Part 2
Farsightedness can sometimes be fixed with reading glasses or holding things far away to read them. The spiritual equivalent can't be solved quite the same way.
Downright Blurry, Part 1
Nearsightedness can sometimes be fixed with glasses or contacts. Spiritual myopia requires a different treatment.
Hedgehogs
When is a follower of Jesus like a hedgehog?
Gankers and Newbs, Part 2
Not every follower of Jesus is at the same place in their journey with Him. How can we find common ground and help others who are also on this path?
Gankers and Newbs, Part 1
Just like in other team activities, we must evaluate whether we are contributing to God's kingdom, or working against other believers.
Don’t Be Heavy
It's frustrating when little kids won't let you help them. I wonder if Jesus feels the same way?
Blocked Out
What good is a sign if the message is painted over?
Made For This
Even if we feel like we have the attractiveness of a bulldog sometimes, God still has a purpose for each of us - and doesn't see us like that at all!
Why Did God Let Sin Into the World?, Part 2
Since we have the ability to exercise free will, why don't we make the choices that lead to good (both for us, and for others)?
Why Did God Let Sin Into the World?, Part 1
As a dad, when my son asks me a question, I'm obliged to dig into the details, even if it will be challenging to do so.
Return on Investment
If the fruit of our choice to follow Jesus was expressed as an interest rate, would we be yielding normal human returns, or supernatural results?
Watching Grace Grow
Let's be honest: Waiting isn't very fun. However, a lot can happen over time, if we are patient (and, even if we aren't).
Numero Uno
Pop quiz: Who is the most important person in your church (other than Jesus, of course)?
Meat Tenderizer
If it takes a hammer to tenderize a cut of meat, what will it take to soften our hearts?
Get a Head Start
If we will worship God in Heaven, how can we get a head-start here on this earth?
Those Who Sin Differently 