Although God is gracious to offer us salvation, a choice to not accept that (and not follow Him) produces the results that we might expect
Tag: Consequences of Choices
Bad Behavior; Bad Consequences
While God's discipline is loving, sometimes offensive behavior merits offensive consequences
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?
Consequences Can’t Wait Forever
While God often delays consequences for sin, the penalty must be paid
How Far Can the Apple Roll?
Not every child walks in the ways of their parents
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
What are You Committed To?, Part 1
Do we sometimes expect to break the rules (even bad rules) and still get away with it?
How Is Your Boss?
While serving sin doesn't lead to satisfaction, there is a spiritual solution that is even better than selfishness
Please, Don’t Pay Me for My Work!
Some things that we do have results that we probably don't want to cash in.
Root Cause Analysis
There are a lot of ugly, messy kinds of sins in this world, but maybe they can be traced back to a common decision in the lives of those who practice them.
What Happens When You Ignore the Truth?
Have we considered the starting point of evil behavior? Romans 1 gives us some clues as to where it starts...and how it might be fixed.
Trying to Keep in Step
It may take work to keep up, but it's worth it.
What Walking by the Spirit Looks Like
If we aren't demonstrating all of the fruit of the Spirit, does that mean we're just not trying hard enough?
What Walking by the Spirit Does Not Look Like
Paul lists a number of "acts of the flesh" in the book of Galatians. Is this just another list of rules, containing things that followers of Jesus must avoid?
A Purpose for Suffering
There is a lot of suffering in this world. However, rather than blaming it all on afflicted people not following God, can we get out ahead of it and glorify Him?
When Should We Expect God to Be With Us?
If it seems like God isn't present in our activities, should we blame God or consider whether or not we're on the right track?
When “You’re the Man” Isn’t a Good Thing
What allows us to be associated with good examples in teaching illustrations, rather than the villain?
The Setup of a Good Story
Sometimes, a good illustration makes a key point in the hearers' mind, without needing to spell out the conclusion.
Scared to Speak Up?
If you saw something heading for a bad accident, and could warn them, would you?