We see James talk to us about hard times today. But he shares something with us that we may not expect. He tells us to count it all joy when we suffer, for when we suffer, through grace, we are … Continue reading
We see James talk to us about hard times today. But he shares something with us that we may not expect. He tells us to count it all joy when we suffer, for when we suffer, through grace, we are … Continue reading
We see James talk to us about hard times today. But he shares something with us that we may not expect. He tells us to count it all joy when we suffer, for when we suffer, through grace, we are … Continue reading
Today in our reading from Habakkuk, we talk about the difference between adoration, or worship, of God and thanksgiving. Both are important disciplines for our prayer and for our faith. But God is always, always worthy of worship, not because … Continue reading
Today in our reading from Habakkuk, we talk about the difference between adoration, or worship, of God and thanksgiving. Both are important disciplines for our prayer and for our faith. But God is always, always worthy of worship, not because … Continue reading
Evil will be destroyed. God will bring judgment. But, it is not on our time “chronos.” It is on God’s time (kairos). We don’t always understand God’s time. But we can trust in it, always, even when it doesn’t make … Continue reading
Today we see the next part of God’s response. The Lord is in His Holy Temple. The Lord sees. He is not blind to the evils of the world. God is God, and we are not. Amid struggles, and fears, … Continue reading
Yesterday we saw Habakkuk offer his complaint to God. Today we see God respond. Through Habakuk’s eyes, things are terrible. Evil abounds. It is awful. But God says this; His judgment will not be delayed. It may seem to tarry, … Continue reading
Today in Habakkuk 1, we see the prophet receive a vision from God. And do you know what this vision does? It causes him to give voice to his complaint to God. Why do the wicked prosper? Why do God’s … Continue reading
What exactly is the Bible? Who were the prophets? What did they do? Starting tomorrow, we will begin our reflections on the prophet Habakkuk. But today, we take a few minutes to talk about how the Bible “works” and who … Continue reading
In our final reflection on 2 Corinthians, we look at Paul’s final words to the people. What does he leave them with? Peace. This town, this church, they know conflict. Paul doesn’t tell them not to have conflict. He tells … Continue reading