Darkened Glass Reflections

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Craving Righteousness: Until He Comes (Matthew 5:6; Isaiah 42:1-4)

A few thoughts about righteousness and justice in light of Christ’s second coming (Matthew 5:6; Isaiah 42:1-4).

October 30, 2022
Craving Righteousness (Matthew 5:6; Isaiah 11:4-5)

“But with righteousness He will judge the poor, and decide with fairness for the afflicted of the earth; and He will strike the earth with the rod of His mouth, and with the breath of His lips He will slay the wicked. Also righteousness will be the belt about His loins, and faithfulness the belt…

September 5, 2022
Three Kinds of Righteousness: 3. Christ’s Righteousness

Christians already have Jesus living in them. They share in His righteousness. All righteousness begins with Christ in us.

August 15, 2021
Three Kinds of Righteousness: 2. Legal Righteousness

Many Christians seek to gain righteousness before God by following rules. This often leads to creating rules that God did not intend.

August 12, 2021
Three Kinds of Righteousness: 1. Self-Righteousness

People have very different ideas about righteousness, and many Christians exhibit different kinds. Some are better than others. One of the worst kinds of “righteousness” is a false one, self-righteousness.

August 8, 2021
Faith, Righteousness, Rights, and Hard Times

We do not prove our faith by twisting Scriptures to explain why we should be comfortable. Faith is validated when we persevere during trials, tribulations, and persecution. We do not prove our faith when life is easy, claim our blessings, attend church, post Bible verses online, or celebrate our comforts. We show our faith when…

June 6, 2021
The Line Dividing Good and Evil

“The line dividing good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being. And who is willing to destroy a piece of their own heart?”

April 11, 2021
God’s Righteousness and Justice. IX: Putting on the New Self

Further reflections on being clothed in Christ, especially in light of Lent.

March 24, 2021
God’s Righteousness and Justice. VIII: Clothed in Christ’s Righteousness

Jesus’ righteousness is our righteousness. We should share His righteousness with the world.

March 14, 2021
God’s Righteousness and Justice. VII: Christ our Merciful and Righteous King

Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem reminds us that He comes in both righteousness and mercy. This perspective can guide us through Lent.

February 21, 2021