Category Archives: Hope

There Is Nothing in Life of which We Need Ever Be Afraid. Part Three

Posted on April 18, 2013 by David

There is a twelve year old young man of faith whose story I have been following.  Since age nine Mark (not his real name) has been battling a fierce and horrifying giant, a cancer called neuroblastoma.  His suffering has been, … Continue reading →

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There Is Nothing in Life of which We Need Ever Be Afraid. Part Two

Posted on April 16, 2013 by David

The psalmist, in Psalm 52, describes an evil man who, for his own selfish benefit, is seeking the destruction of good.  The description of this enemy serves as a portrayal of evil.  Evil is strong, boastful, and arrogant in its … Continue reading →

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There Is Nothing in Life of which We Need Ever Be Afraid. Part One

Posted on April 14, 2013 by David

Dietrich Bonhoeffer was arrested on April 5, 1943, for his role in the resistance efforts in Germany and the attempted assassination plot against Hitler.  He was imprisoned in a Gestapo prison in Berlin until February 1945.  Then he was transferred … Continue reading →

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The Resurrection of Jesus Christ our Lord, The Keystone of our Faith

Posted on March 31, 2013 by David

In the Roman Empire crucifixion sent a message that Rome was in control.  The crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth sent a clear message.  This man was not the Christ.  The evidence was irrefutable.  In weakness Jesus was defeated by his … Continue reading →

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“The Lord will rescue me!”

Posted on February 26, 2013 by David

“The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (2 Timothy 4:18). The apostle Paul wrote the above words in a letter … Continue reading →

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The Dilemma of Righteous Joseph, Matthew 1:18-25

Posted on December 24, 2012 by David

“This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband … Continue reading →

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God’s word is not chained.

Posted on December 15, 2012 by David

“Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel, for which I am suffering even to the point of being chained like a criminal. But God’s word is not chained. Therefore I endure everything for … Continue reading →

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September 11

Posted on September 11, 2011 by David

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, through the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though … Continue reading →

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