Why did you despise the word of the Lord by doing what is evil in his eyes? You struck down Uriah the Hittite with the sword and took his wife to be your own. You killed him with the sword of the Ammonites…. Then David said to Nathan, “I have sinned against the Lord.” Nathan … Continue reading “Uriah Was Never Blamed”
Adulterous Spouse To Be Judged NOT Divorcee
Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. – Hebrews 13:4, NIV For all the sermons and teaching on divorce in church, one might think God intends to judge the divorcee and not the adulterer as this verse states. It … Continue reading “Adulterous Spouse To Be Judged NOT Divorcee”
Itching Ears and End Times…What Fills The Void On Adultery Teachings.
In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. For the time will … Continue reading “Itching Ears and End Times…What Fills The Void On Adultery Teachings.”
Adultery and Church Discipline
“If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over. But if they will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ If they still … Continue reading “Adultery and Church Discipline”
The Lord of Hosts Is With Us
The nations are in an uproar, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. -Psalm 46:6-7, NRSV Fear seems to be a constant companion after discovering infidelity. The “What ifs” easily can drive one insane with fear over what … Continue reading “The Lord of Hosts Is With Us”
Appealing To God
In you, Lord my God, I put my trust. do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. No one who hopes in you will every be put to shame, but shame will come on those who are treacherous without cause. -Psalm 25:1-3, NIVUK When I was struggling with … Continue reading “Appealing To God”
Speaking Truth Like Bold Peter
“People of Israel, listen! God publicly endorsed Jesus the Nazarene by doing powerful miracles, wonders, and signs through him, as you well know. But God knew what would happen, and his prearranged plan was carried out when Jesus was betrayed. With the help of lawless Gentiles, you nailed him to a cross and killed him. But … Continue reading “Speaking Truth Like Bold Peter”
No More Silence From the Pulpit On Adultery
If a man is found sleeping with another man’s wife, both the man who slept with her and the woman must die. You must purge the evil from Israel. – Deuteronomy 22:22, NIV “Silence in the face of evil is itself evil: God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not … Continue reading “No More Silence From the Pulpit On Adultery”
Angels of Light & Adultery
But I will continue doing what I have always done. This will undercut those who are looking for an opportunity to boast that their work is just like ours. These people are false apostles. They are deceitful workers who disguise themselves as apostles of Christ. But I am not surprised! Even Satan disguises himself as an … Continue reading “Angels of Light & Adultery”
Ministering Music
When I was in the darkest valley of sorrow and pain, I found songs of truth to soothe my hurting soul. Some were contemporary songs. But many were old hymns filled with rich lyrics written by people who shared with the world the truth of Scripture hardened like a diamond by their own personal suffering. … Continue reading “Ministering Music”