There is a story in the Old Testament, found in 1st Kings, Chapter 18, that details an epic showdown between the Prophet Elijah and the prophets of baal. First, to set the stage, this showdown occurred in the Northern kingdom of Israel (Samaria) during the time of the Divided Kingdom. At that time, c 850BC, … Continue reading Elijah and the prophets of baal
The enemy’s playbook
If we can somehow recognize our enemy's "plays"(strategies/tactics), then we will be far less likely to find ourselves falling into the last days deceptions that are already running rampant in the world. Jesus warned us many, many times..."Do not be deceived". Why? Because the deception would be so wide-spread, so slick, so subtle, eventually including … Continue reading The enemy’s playbook
The drowning man – A short story
Once upon a time, a man named Sam, who could not swim, was standing by the edge of a very deep pool. A large group of people had gathered around him and were encouraging him to jump in the deepest end of this deep pool. "SWIM, SWIM...YOU CAN DO IT"...they shouted. With all of the … Continue reading The drowning man – A short story
The priceless painting – a short story
Once upon a time, in a distant land, a young man we'll call "Joe Average" was grieving the loss of his grandfather. His family had given him the task of going through Grandpa's family heirlooms. Apparently Grandad had been somewhat of an art collector. As he was sifting through what seemed like a pile of … Continue reading The priceless painting – a short story
The world’s biggest problem
I'm sure if you went around the world asking people "What is the world's biggest problem right now?"...We'd hear a myriad of answers; however, the most likely answer would probably be "The Corona Virus". Yes, the Corona Virus is probably considered the world's biggest problem right now. Countries have closed borders, manufacturing, food processing, restaurants, … Continue reading The world’s biggest problem
Covid 19, the unseen enemy
What is faith? It is the belief in something we cannot see based on the evidence that we can see. So it is with this Corona Virus, plague that is sweeping the globe. This is the unseen enemy that stalks in the darkness. We cannot see the plague, but we see its effects. This Covid19 … Continue reading Covid 19, the unseen enemy
The sly and subtle serpent
I don't really like devoting an entire page to the lies of the enemy, but as I watch with increasing horror at this world moving in a direction that can only be described as a slow motion train wreck, I feel compelled by the Holy Spirit to shine a light into the dark corners that … Continue reading The sly and subtle serpent
Christian Humanism?
Notice how the man (Church) started in the LIGHT (True Christianity), but as he began to "think differently", embracing the modern culture and the devil's lies, he descended into darkness. Grace and peace to you today! I was listening to some "old time preachers" yesterday, and they delivered a message that really hit home to … Continue reading Christian Humanism?
“Their eyes have been blinded”
I don't know about you, but lately I've found myself looking at all the terrible things going on in the world and find myself longing for "the good ole days". That's why I like "retro" and "throwback" items that remind me of a time gone by, a simpler time. It's not just me either. I … Continue reading “Their eyes have been blinded”
The secret war on Scripture / Christianity
This is a topic that the Lord has laid on my heart. I've seen glimpses of it on television and Social Media, and now it appears to be time to delve into it on this blog. It's a difficult topic to discuss and quantify because the rabbit hole goes pretty deep. Like a spider spinning … Continue reading The secret war on Scripture / Christianity