salvation – Darkened Glass Reflections

Men and Women of God. IV: Hope for the Worst of Sinners

“To each believer his own sins must always appear, as long as he lives, greater than those of others, which he never can know as he can know his own.”

July 5, 2026

Men and Women of God. III: Following the Law

Laws do not usually reward good behavior. They are designed to discourage and punish bad behavior. St. Paul knew this. Timothy needed to recognize this. We need to remember it. (Thoughts about 1 Timothy 1:8-11.)

June 21, 2026

The Greater Victory

Jesus’ death and resurrection gained a certain, permanent victory which ensures an eternal prize for all who follow Him.

June 15, 2026

The Gospel in Genesis. I. Sin and Seed

Part 1 of a series showing how the Gospel of Jesus Christ is rooted in the Old Testament, beginning with Genesis. When Adam and Eve sinned, God promised a “seed” who would crush the serpent’s head.

March 15, 2026

Fruit and Spiritual Gifts (Matthew 7:21-23)

Matthew 7:21-23 warns about false prophets and the importance of godly character over flashy spiritual gifts. This article emphasizes the significance of the fruit of the Spirit over gifts, cautioning against false anointings and encouraging discernment. Ultimately, salvation comes through faith in Jesus, which bears good fruit.

June 23, 2024

“It Is Finished!”

“It is finished!” Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, the weight of sin is taken from us and eternal life is obtained.

March 31, 2024

The Words of Christ—Mark 2:5-12 (With Thoughts About the “He Gets Us” Ads)

Some thoughts on the words of Christ in Mark 2:5-12 and John 8:9-11 in response to the “He Gets Us” ad campaign. Jesus “gets” us, but He also saves and forgives us. He loves us too much to leave us as He finds us.

February 22, 2024

The Purpose, Power, and Permanence of Jesus’ Name

Some thoughts for the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus.

January 1, 2024

The Words of Christ—Matthew 19:23-26

“Truly I say to you, it will be hard for a rich person to enter the kingdom of heaven. And again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.”

November 29, 2023

The Words of Christ—Matthew 11:28-30

“Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is comfortable, and My burden is light” (Matthew 11:28-30).

October 24, 2023

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