Escapism vs. Enduring Persecution for Faithfulness
Doing the Master’s Will
Ephesians 5:15–16 ESV
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.
Matthew 24:45–46 ESV
“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he…
Escapism vs. Enduring Persecution for Faithfulness
Doing the Master’s Will
Ephesians 5:15–16 ESV
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.
Matthew 24:45–46 ESV
“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he…
“People are no different. Picking up the weapon to go to war, is a change, because they have, at last, a way to express themselves as wounded, inside. If the war kills them, they stop hurting. Thus young people make choices that lead to death, not life. It is why, in the Western cultures, the embrace of the negative ideas, when it comes to not only politics, but life choices, disturb us. What does it mean when so much of the world rattles their sabres?”
It’s been a long time since I had a summer cold. I’d forgotten how nasty they can be. I certainly don’t want to share it with anyone else!
We have a lovely clear day here. It’s only 65 outside, with a predicted high of 84. Bearable. A great relief from the heat we’ve been having. Now, we just need a little rain. Well, we need a LOT of rain. I read about the areas that have been dealing with…
With bonus lunar eclipse. It has become common to call a lunar eclipse a "blood moon" -- as though astronomy departments get better funding if they use hokey nicknames? Do not fear. No actual blood is involved.
Escapism vs. Enduring Persecution for Faithfulness
Doing the Master’s Will
Ephesians 5:15–16 ESV
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.
Matthew 24:45–46 ESV
“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he…