“And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.” -Mark 9:42, KJV Spiritual abuse is all too common in Christian circles regarding situations involving infidelity. And it breaks my heart as … Continue reading “Pastors, Let’s NOT spiritually abuse faithful spouses!”
“Thou shalt not commit adultery” is NOT confusing, folks!
Thou shalt not commit adultery. -Exodus 20:14, KJV When an adulterous spouse feigns ignorance or confusion over the ending of their marriage, it is a ploy to avoid taking responsibility. This isn’t rocket science, folks! God does not command the ending of a marriage over adultery in the Old Testament to signal such sin is … Continue reading ““Thou shalt not commit adultery” is NOT confusing, folks!”
An Ancient Evil
“Moria… You fear to go into those mines. The dwarves delved too greedily and too deep. You know what they awoke in the darkness of Khazad-dum… shadow and flame.” -Saruman (3:59 in clip above) As Americans, we often take an overly individualistic perspective on adultery.We fail to see that this sin impacts the community and … Continue reading “An Ancient Evil”
Former In-Laws and Pride
Do you see a person wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them. -Proverbs 26:12, NIV Though the LORD be high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off. -Psalm 138:6, KJV Beware of the proud in-law. These are the sort of … Continue reading “Former In-Laws and Pride”
Will NOT Inherit!
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not … Continue reading “Will NOT Inherit!”
Death Leading To New Life
Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. -John 12:24, NKJV Death is not pleasant. I do not care how prepared one is. We were not made to die; rather, we were made to live … Continue reading “Death Leading To New Life”
Disgusted with Evangelical “Leaders” Meeting Trump
Recently, prominent evangelicals met with GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump in an effort to shore up evangelical voter support for Trump come election day. Such leaders included Rev. Franklin Graham, Jerry Falwell Jr, Tony Perkins (President of the Family Research Council), James Dobson (famous Christian psychologist), former Gov. Mike Huckabee, Ronnie Floyd (Outgoing President of … Continue reading “Disgusted with Evangelical “Leaders” Meeting Trump”
Freaky AWESOME Faithful Spouses!!!
Mrs. DM tells me that this was her favorite picture of me from my dating profile. It was taken in the Summer or early Fall of 2012 a few months prior to my divorce. After months, years, or even decades of emotional beat-downs, faithful spouses often struggle in knowing their incredible worth. We discount our … Continue reading “Freaky AWESOME Faithful Spouses!!!”
Doth Protest Too Much, Methinks!
“The lady doth protest too much, methinks.“ -Queen Gertrude in Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” (Act 3, Scene 2) Shakespeare was a great writer. His works have stood the test of time to a great extent due to his ability to tap into human nature both noble and base. This line is a good example of touching on … Continue reading “Doth Protest Too Much, Methinks!”
Father’s Day: Curse & Cross
Like a fluttering sparrow or a darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest. -Proverbs 26:2, NIV The wooden cross was made by my paternal grandfather. And the colorful “Dad” artwork was done by my proud Munchkin. Both speak to this day for me: Father’s Day The cross speaks to the pain I … Continue reading “Father’s Day: Curse & Cross”