Much of what the prophets of the Old Testament wrote about was the rebellion and the adultery and the idolatry and the willful disobedience of God’s people. And much of what the New Testament apostles wrote about was the same. They all detailed the sins of the people, reminded them that they were called to … Continue reading They Have Turned to God Their Backs
Tag: idolatry
And You Will Find Rest for your Souls
Jeremiah 6:10 ESV “To whom shall I speak and give warning, that they may hear? Behold, their ears are uncircumcised, they cannot listen; behold, the word of the Lord is to them an object of scorn; they take no pleasure in it.” There are people in this world who have a form of godliness but … Continue reading And You Will Find Rest for your Souls
walking wounded (repost)
From 2018: This phrase, “the walking wounded” came into my mind within the past few days, and it has stayed with me. I had some idea of what it meant, but not entirely, so I Googled it to find its meaning. And, I found these definitions: • “People who have been injured in a battle … Continue reading walking wounded (repost)
Our stories (repost)
Why do we tell our stories? I don’t mean things we have made up. But why do we tell about our lives, and our personal experiences, and about our pasts or things we are going through presently? What is the purpose of it all? Is there a purpose? And is it a good thing? Obviously … Continue reading Our stories (repost)
you say you love god
An Original Work / November 2, 2021 You say you love God, but do you truly? For, your life is being lived unruly. You say that darkness it did dissipate But by your words you the truth now negate. You say a lot of things that are untrue. Believing what you say is hard to … Continue reading you say you love god
they are thrilled
An Original Work / October 18, 2021 Tardy, tardy, not on time Lazy, lazy, it’s a crime Truthful, truthful, rein them in Teach them: “Don’t give in to sin” All their idols in a row They put on a fancy show Crowds are coming, lusts fulfilled Cheap grace gospel – they are thrilled Fancy parties, … Continue reading they are thrilled
filibuster
An Original Work / October 5, 2021 Filibuster of the luster Putting off what he can’t muster Stalling tactics light his candle Honesty he cannot handle Twiddling thumbs is now his mission While he’s lacking any vision He’s wasting time, which makes no sense While waiting for his recompense So, looking back, he sees no … Continue reading filibuster
written in a song
An Original Work / September 26, 2021 Who is right and who is wrong? It’ll be written in a song. Who’s pretending he is right? Who from truth has taken flight? Who are actors playing you, Hoping you will think they’re true? Stage productions wearing thin While they look at you and grin. Does deception … Continue reading written in a song
Deceived and Deceiving
An Original Work / December 16, 2020 Liars, liars, all around Join their circus Hear their clown He’s their idol Of renown He’s their piper Follow him Mesmerizing With a grin Stupefying Half past ten Winsome he is Folks adore Put their idol To the floor They keep coming Back for more They don’t get … Continue reading Deceived and Deceiving
Should I Not Preach Jesus
An Original Work / July 4, 2013 Based off 1 Corinthians 9:16-10:13 Woe to me should I not preach Jesus. I’m compelled to preach the full gospel. I make myself a slave to ev’ryone To win their hearts to Christ. All this I do for my Lord Jesus, And for the sake of His Name; … Continue reading Should I Not Preach Jesus
Walking Wounded 