The opening chapters of Ephesians describe how we have been blessed with all sorts of what Pastor John MacArthur calls supernatural spiritual benefits. According to chapter 1, we are redeemed (verse 7). According to chapter 2, we are God’s masterpieces (verse 10). Chapter 3 reminds us that we are fellow heirs of an eternal…
While visiting a diabetic friend of mine, it time came for her daily dose of insulin. She slightly lifted her shirt and pressed the insulin pen firmly against her abdomen. She held it in place. “What are you doing!?” I asked. “I’m giving myself my insulin . . . it’s soaking in my skin,” she…
When I was a child, I was terrified of holes. Yes, holes. All holes. From the large gaping hole exposed when the water supply of a residential area was left uncovered to the holes that form in the batter when pancakes were being prepared for a Saturday morning breakfast feast. I was convinced that all…
“In addition to all of this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.” (Ephesians 6:16) The piece of armor Paul is referring to here is the large Roman shield covered with leather, which could be soaked in water and used to put out…
Have you ever had a long, hard day? Has your phone ever rung with bad news on the other end? Have you ever been laid off, dumped, had a health scare? Have you ever hurt someone you love? Have you ever been mistreated, abused, abandoned, or ignored? Have you ever had more month than…
I remember as a kid my mother was very adamant about us always going to bed with a clean kitchen. Leaving dishes in the sink overnight was not an option. As much as I wished she’d let up at times, I must admit that, in hindsight, I appreciate her firmness. I now know her primary…
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