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In the first and second post in this mini-series on the book of Lamentations, we noted two reasons God gave us this very sad book. First, to show us the awful reality of sin and its devastating consequences so that
Continue readingIn yesterday’s post, we thought about the fact that sin never ultimately delivers its promises. Rather, it brings only pain and misery into our lives. For sure, sin does bring some of its promised pleasure, but that is only for
Continue readingIn truth, all suffering is ultimately caused by sin. Before sin entered the world there was no suffering. However, this does not mean that all personal suffering is the result of personal sin (John 9:3). But let’s face it. If
Continue readingYou never dreamed this would happen, but you are reeling from the news that your spouse has been unfaithful. You don’t know what to do. Betrayal, rejection, bitterness, despair—these emotions turn your life into a lonely journey. Where can you
Continue readingThe other evening, in His kind providence, the Lord brought to me a gentle, empathetic counselor in the form of a small booklet that I had purchased at the Shepherds’ Conference this past spring. Facing Depression Together, from Matthias Media, is
Continue readingI confess, I’ve had an ongoing love affair with Banner of Truth books for the past 20 years. So, when I found this 30-page booklet on a subject dear to my heart–suffering–and God’s providential hand in, through, above, and around
Continue readingThere are many helpful books on the subject of dating and/or courtship. However, there is a mini-book from Shepherd Press that is worthy of your attention. It is brief, faithful in its application of biblical truth and examples, and is
Continue readingIt’s uncommon to find a grief ministry resource that is also theologically rich, but here is one. Sunsets: Reflections for Life’s Final Journey is written by a hospice nurse who is also a faithful biblical counselor, Deborah Howard. This book
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By God’s grace, I’m a husband, dad, grandpa, and pastor at Cornerstone Community Church in Mayfield Hts, OH. I love Christ because He first loved me.
