A warning doesn't mean that the outcome is determined. A good warning includes help on how to change that outcome.
Even If They Don’t Repent…
God wants fallen people to return to Him and live, but our role is to share the good news, even if not everyone accepts it right away
You Are the Watchman
The obligations of a watchman weren't merely abstract to Ezekiel, and they aren't to us, either
Being Warned Isn’t Enough
When you learn of an imminent threat to your well-being, does it make sense to sit and wait until it gets closer?
Job Description for a Watchman
While sentry duty might seem monotonous, it's an important responsibility
Not a Prophet, Yourself?
Being an old man wearing robes isn't a requirement to be a prophet
Where Is the Glory of God?
Is God present in our lives, or did we meet Him in the past and then take Him for granted?
Consequences Can’t Wait Forever
While God often delays consequences for sin, the penalty must be paid
A Different Kind of Mark
In a vision from God, a saving mark was given to those who did something different from what we might expect
Sorrow and Action
Sin around us should still break our heart, but that's not the end of the story
Not Fun, but Necessary
While I sometimes wish that this wasn't the case, there are topics that are necessary to study, even if they aren't fun
Everyone is “Too” Something
No matter how we life, someone will accuse us of being "too something", so let's live the best life that we can, regardless
In the End Times…
Contrary to popular opinion, giving up more things doesn't always make one holier
Breaking the Cycle for Good
It is regretful when a child rebels against what is good and falls away, but change from one generation to the next can also be positive in some families
How Far Can the Apple Roll?
Not every child walks in the ways of their parents
Show Me What Righteousness Looks Like
Sometimes, following God's will seems a little vague, but there are plenty of clear instructions and examples from Him in the Bible
Passing the Consequences to Someone Else?
While it might sometimes seem like things are unfair in the short run, justice is served in the end
Maybe There is a Somebody
Maybe a parody of Charles Osgood's famous poem can offer us a lesson for a life of purpose
Ain’t My God
In a world where claims are made based on anecdotal evidence, how should we evaluate the truth about God and Christianity?
What are You Committed To?, Part 2
Resisting bad rules (to effect positive change) is one thing, but resisting good things has far worse consequences