Posts Tagged ‘Psalms’
Well-Preserved
David’s opening words in Psalm 16 form the foundation for many prayers we utter, though we probably do not even realize it. The great king of Israel cried out for the LORD’s protection with an intensity that deserves emulation: “Preserve me, O God, for in You I put my trust” (Psa. 16:1). Whether we have…
Read MoreUnmoved
The American political cycle regularly reminds us how malleable people can be even about core principles. In fact, the flexibility of many candidates makes you wonder whether they have any core principles whatsoever. Seeking the broadest possible appeal, they flip and they flop, they retract and they dodge, they make bold statements and then claim…
Read MoreThe Moral Consequences of Atheism
Atheism has made a strong comeback in recent years, as it often does after a new generation arises unaware of its past failures and embarrassments. Hitler’s implementation of many aspects of the original Humanist Manifesto, whether conscious or not, pointed to the ethical problems inherent in atheism, and thus atheism retreated, albeit briefly, to regroup.…
Read MoreA Lesson in Patience
If events of the last several years have you frustrated with society, angry at rampant immorality, concerned for your children and grandchildren, and wondering what will happen to the church, you are not alone. When the world lies in the midst of seemingly constant moral decline at an ever increasing rate, when people all around…
Read MoreImmoral Media and an Immoral Mouth
American society has become increasingly vulgar in my lifetime. Standards of decency on television and in theaters have marched into the gutter at an alarming rate. Marijuana, known for years as a major gateway drug, has received legal status in some states. Sexual content has grown so prevalent that commercials contain as much indecency as…
Read MoreA Crumbling Foundation
One of the radio stations I frequent while driving seems to consistently play a commercial about foundation repair. It is not always the same commercial. In fact, I believe I have heard at least four or five different companies advertise on the same station. But all of them advertise in similar ways, beginning with the…
Read MoreNo Room for God
We live in an age where busyness is a mark of industry and the hallmark of ethics. We brag about it. We compete over it. We sometimes look like we live for it. And then we complain about it. But busyness dominates our lives far more than it should and far more than we often…
Read MoreMy Whole Heart
“Worship is boring!” That, my friends, is the attitude of far too many Christians. They may not say it. They may never use those words. However, their restlessness throughout the assembly, their discomfort during the singing, and their hurry to get done and out the door speaks volumes. Similarly, youth may enjoy the rapid fire…
Read MoreWhat is Man?
One of the recurring themes in news items that cross the wire involves man’s latest achievements. Whether it is space exploration, potential medical breakthroughs, or new world records, reporters find an easy topic and a ready readership in citing man’s various achievements. In this, they are not alone. We must surely admit that preparing a…
Read MoreJudge Me
Society today extols the virtues of non-judgmentalism. This stems from their celebration of tolerance as the virtue to rule all other virtues (or perhaps vice versa). Regardless, if anyone dares utter a statement approaching the idea of universal moral truth, that person will be denigrated, insulted, and sent to a reeducation camp as soon as…
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