Religion is a disease, I have the cure
Agreed.
-Daniel
a simple man of God
Hopefully making theology simpler to understand! (2 Corinthians 1:12)
VerseD: Galatians 5:1
For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.
Galatians 5:1, ESV
How easily we act like ancient Israel, turning back to our old life and familiar temptations instead of fully pursuing our Lord.
Sin is slavery. Christ is liberty.
VerseD: John 3:36
Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him.
John 3:36, ESV
Belief and obedience go hand in hand. It is not enough to believe in Christ Jesus to be saved.
“If you love me, you will obey my commandments.” (John 14)
VerseD: Galatians 6:10
So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.
Galatians 6:10, ESV
Serve others, give to others, encourage others. Especially those in the Church.
We are a brotherhood, a family, united in our Big Brother and God, Jesus.
VerseD: Hebrews 13:8
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Hebrews 13:8, ESV
Do not worry.
Our Lord is in control, and He does not change. You can trust Him.
God Did Not Create Another God
Something few of us actually consider about the truth of Christ …
Would you take a moment and consider something?
When God created man, He didn’t create another God.
You might think that’s nothing new, but it is a very, very important truth – one that is rarely unpacked when discussing issues of sin and suffering.
There are people who wonder why God, if He exists and is so powerful and wise, created a free agent who could sin (break God’s law).
Others question why Scripture would suggest that Jesus was slain before the foundations of the world (1 Peter 1:19-20).
The answer to these questions and many more is that God did not create another God, only man.
God has certain characteristics that Man could never have simply because he was created. The most obvious are that he is not eternal, omnipotent, immutable, or omniscient. The most important is that Man, no matter how perfect he was at the moment of…
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VerseD: Matthew 6:34
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
Matthew 6:34, NIV
Life throws many problems at us, and it can be difficult not worrying.
The key is focusing on Christ. It is not easy, but worrying only makes things worse (at least in our minds.)
VerseD: Proverbs 27:5-6
Better is open rebuke than hidden love. Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.
Proverbs 27:5-6 ESV
It hurts more finding out others did not want to hurt your feelings rather than spare you difficulty and pain by correcting you.
Nip sin in the bud. Confront it in love, with gentleness, and sooner rather than later.
It hurts less than consequences.
VerseD: Isaiah 40:29
He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength.
Isaiah 40:29, ESV
God sustains and strengthens us. Without God … well … we would not even be!
Trust your Creator and lean on His strength.
VerseD: Psalm 18:30
This God—his way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him.
Psalm 18:30, ESV
Scripture continues to be proven true, whether through fulfilled prophecy, archaeology, or by living it out.
Live out God’s Word, and your soul shall find refuge.
a simple man of God
Do we truly love the Lord our God with all our hearts, souls, minds, and strengths? Maybe I can help with the mind part, at least! This is Daniel M. Klem, apparent poet, reluctant yet passionate Disciple (Peter?), and foolish man attempting to understand theology!
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