Darkened Glass Reflections

Category: Bible meditations

God is Spirit: Like the Wind

The Greek and Hebrew words for “spirit” can also mean “wind.” This post takes a look at some of the qualities of wind and what they can teach us about the nature of “spirit” and God.

December 4, 2019
God Is Spirit: But, What Is a Spirit?

There is a lot of uncertainty about the meaning of the word “spirit.” This post offers some thoughts that might help us imagine what the spiritual world is like.

November 24, 2019
Dwelling in the Eternal God

Because God is eternal, He is able to offer us a life that is eternal. Long after the sun ceases shining, we will still be celebrating in heaven.

November 17, 2019
The Eternal God: Over All, But Near to All

God is not only self-existent and eternal, “the ground of being.” He is also transcendent and immanent. His power, sovereignty, and love assure us that we can entrust our lives to Him.

October 20, 2019
The Eternal God

People are always trying to figure out what caused something. Yet, when we reach God, we come to the end of the questions. He is. He always has been. He always will be. He derives His existence from nobody or nothing else. He just is.

October 13, 2019
Does Theology Matter?

Theology matters. Since Christianity is a relationship with God through Jesus Christ, we need to know who He is and what He is like.

October 6, 2019
Abiding in the Vine: V. Fruitful Prayer

“If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit and so prove to be my disciples. As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love”…

September 22, 2019
Abiding in the Vine: IV. Bearing Fruit

As we abide in Christ, we will bear fruit and impart God’s life in us to others. We will do this by partaking in and sharing God’s Word, participating in worship, and performing the work or ministry He calls us to.

September 15, 2019
Abiding in the Vine: III. Pruning and Cleansing

“Every branch in me that does not bear fruit {God the Father} takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit.”

September 8, 2019
Abiding in the Vine: II. Staying Connected to Christ and His People

The branches of a vine or tree need the rest of the plant, including the other branches. Christians cannot expect to live out our faith alone. We need other Christians to help keep us connected to Christ.

September 1, 2019