Psalm 119 David begins in verses 1-8 by recognizing two things. First, that those who walk according to the Lord's commands are blameless indeed. Secondly, that his own heart is deficient in exactly this blessing; "Oh, that my ways were steadfast...
"Study to Show Yourself Approved of God..." Recently, I went through a major trial with a person who is extremely dear to me. At first her attitude was very encouraging. She saw I was a bit down and she said she couldn't wait to see how...
Ecclesiastes 8:11 "Because the Sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily the hearts of men are fully set to do evil. When Christians turn away from God they rarely do so all at once. Usually they start with the eyes. They look at the...
A man I met recently told me a story that I think is illustrative. He is a young guy, early to mid twenties, very gregarious and outgoing. A few years ago he married a girl who is completely his opposite. She hates going out and feels uncomfortable in...