Darkened Glass Reflections

Tag: Christian witness

Transfiguration: Christ Is Still Glorified Through Us

The Transfiguration reminds us that Jesus revealed the glory of God. It should also encourage us to allow His glory to shine through us.

August 6, 2023
Seen and Not (Only) Heard

Sometimes the children of God should be seen and not heard.

June 25, 2023
Called to Share God’s Blessings

Abraham’s calling, to be the father of many nations, focused on his responsibility to be a blessing to others. It is our calling as well.

May 2, 2021
Quotes by St. Teresa of Avila

A few quotes by St. Teresa of Avila on her feast day.

October 15, 2020
The Christian’s Mission in a Time of Social Distancing

Jesus has not called us to try to figure out whether God is judging the nation or world with a disease. Our calling is always to share His grace with everybody that we can.

April 10, 2020
Spiritual Warfare XIII: Interceding for All People

We are not fighting natural enemies. Our real enemies are the forces of Satan—not another political party, Islamic extremists, or illegal immigrants. These are at most tools or pawns whom Satan has deceived and manipulated to achieve his agenda. We need to attack the source of wickedness, not merely the visible symptoms. Prayer and other…

December 5, 2018
Choosing Life, Good, and Blessing—Deuteronomy 30:15-20

God calls us to bring His light, life, and love to the world.

July 8, 2018
Light of the World: Exposing the Deeds of Darkness

All of these forms of “Christian advertising” are great ways to begin a conversation about the Gospel and what Jesus has done in one’s life. However, when there is a conflict between our bumper stickers or Facebook statuses and our lifestyles, the answer is not to hide the light. The answer is to tap more…

January 21, 2018
Reflecting the Light of the World

Jesus is the Word that became flesh to reveal God to us. He is the light of the world, so that we may see. Also, He is life so that we may live. His life is the light of men. His light, His life, and His love guide our steps. We cannot see the path…

January 14, 2018
Scripture Sabbath Challenge—John 20:21–23

The focus of Jesus’ teaching turned in a new direction after His resurrection. For three years, He taught the disciples the gospel and principles of the kingdom of God. After His resurrection, He focused on how they would proclaim that gospel throughout the world.

March 27, 2016