One hurdle people face to a relationship with God is not being able to see him. If God is real, then why can't I see him? Great question. The answer involves understanding God's invisibility, the effect of sin on our sight, and the way Jesus reveals the invisible. God Is Invisible The Bible is not … Continue reading Why can’t I see God?
Author: Gentry Eddings II
Drop Hostility, Pick-up Humility (Ephesians 4:1-3)
Hold the bag? But, I just want a handful. I don't want to hold the bag. If she wants me to hold the bag, then I don't even want any. These were the selfish thoughts in my head recently when my wife asked me to hold the bag of Cheese-Its. I had gone to reach … Continue reading Drop Hostility, Pick-up Humility (Ephesians 4:1-3)
See Trials As Pure Joy (James 1:2-4)
2Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.James 1:2-4 This verse doesn't make sense. How am I supposed to have joy … Continue reading See Trials As Pure Joy (James 1:2-4)
Why believe the Bible?
Christians spend a lot of time and energy studying the Bible. We believe the Bible-the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments-is the authoritative words of God. So, if the Bible says something, then we submit our thoughts, preferences, and actions to that teaching. But, this raises a foundational question. Why do we believe … Continue reading Why believe the Bible?
Wait In Faith (1 Samuel 1:9-18)
Waiting is hard. We're used to conveniences like Amazon Prime two-day shipping. It's absolutely wonderful to push a button and have something show up at my house in two-days. One time there was something I needed that didn't have Prime shipping and I had to wait seven to fourteen days. How barbaric! We're so used … Continue reading Wait In Faith (1 Samuel 1:9-18)
How should Christians treat non-Christians?
We live in a country with an ever-increasing diversity of worldviews, philosophies and religions. Whether it is your neighbor, family member, or co-worker, you are bound to bump into someone who sees the world very differently. Perspectives are not only diverse, but also are often in opposition to one another. This opposition creates tension points … Continue reading How should Christians treat non-Christians?
Break free from the fear of death (Hebrews 2:14-15)
Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery. Hebrews 2:14-15 Death is a paralyzing … Continue reading Break free from the fear of death (Hebrews 2:14-15)
Post-pandemic church ministry, and family-life
Many people have been asking me how ministry at church is going recently. They know it's a loaded question, because the past few years have been rough. So, typically, they take a big breath asking the question and then I take a big breath before trying to answer the question. Here's a quick highlight reel … Continue reading Post-pandemic church ministry, and family-life
Is faith in God blind?
Faith is another word for trust. We have faith when we get on an airplane that the plane and pilot are safe for travel. We place our faith in God when we trust that he is there and will be true to his promises. The author of Hebrews defines faith this way: Now faith is … Continue reading Is faith in God blind?
Gentry eddings II 