In the Gospel of Luke, our Lord tells of the death of a certain rich man and a beggar, Lazarus. In doing so he pulls back death’s curtain to reveal a brief yet compelling insight to that which awaits each of us. Christ begins, “There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purpleContinue reading “The Rich Man and Lazarus”
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The Rich Man and Lazarus
In the Gospel of Luke, our Lord tells of the death of a certain rich man and a beggar, Lazarus. In doing so he pulls back death’s curtain to reveal a brief yet compelling insight to that which awaits each of us. Christ begins, “There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purpleContinue reading “The Rich Man and Lazarus”
Joy in Heaven
Jesus was the Master Teacher who taught everywhere he went. He taught in the synagogues, in the countryside, in a boat, in private homes. Wherever and whenever the opportunity arose, he set forth the wonderful words of life, condemning sin against the backdrop of forgiveness promised to those who repent. He made plain the commandmentsContinue reading “Joy in Heaven”
God’s Purpose for Me
What is my purpose in life? Why am I here? Oftentimes our lives are so consumed with making a living that we don’t take the time to address these larger, more important questions. The Holy Scriptures are faithful to guide us in these matters. The Apostle John informs us “Thou are worthy, O Lord, toContinue reading “God’s Purpose for Me”
God’s Command to Hear
The New Testament enjoins its readers, “He that hath ears to hear, let him hear…” on fifteen occasions. (Three times in the Gospel of Matthew; three times in the Gospel of Mark; two times in the Gospel of Luke; and, eight times in the book of Revelation.) The urging amounts to an earnest invitation toContinue reading “God’s Command to Hear”
The High Cost of Discipleship
Jesus regularly attracted large crowds because of his authoritative teaching and miracles. Consequently, it was necessary to warn the crowds that being his disciple was not an easy thing to venture upon. He taught “if any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters,Continue reading “The High Cost of Discipleship”
Are There Few That Be Saved?
During Jesus’ earthly ministry, the Bible records that it came about that he “went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved?” (Luke 13:22-23). What did this inquirer have in mind when he posed this question to the Savior? To beContinue reading “Are There Few That Be Saved?”
Judge or Savior?
Jesus had testified to being the Jews’ Messiah, the Son of God, and he had performed many miracles to prove his claims. Yet the people refused to believe him. He admonished them for their inability to rightly discern their circumstances. “And he said also to the people, When ye see a cloud out of theContinue reading “Judge or Savior?”
What Are You Living For?
What are you living for, that is, what are you looking to get out of this present life? We may not have actually said to ourselves, “I want this” or “I am seeking after this,” but the choices we make and the pursuits we follow collectively reveal what is really important to us and theContinue reading “What Are You Living For?”
Anxious Care and the Right Pursuits
Oftentimes, many Christians are overcome with worry because of placing too much importance on things that are of consequence, but really not that important. It was the same in Jesus’ day as in ours. The cure for such anxious care is the same today as it was then. Listen to Jesus. “And he said untoContinue reading “Anxious Care and the Right Pursuits”
From the Chaplain 