The Struggle Within

The Struggle Within

The Struggle Within From Tabletalk Romans 7:7–25 “I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate” (v. 15).   Various strands of what we may call Christian perfectionism have existed throughout the history of the...
A Lovely Dwelling Place

A Lovely Dwelling Place

A Lovely Dwelling Place by Jonathan L. Master   Some people enjoy looking at other people’s homes. They scan real estate websites, read architectural magazines, and watch shows on home renovation. For these kinds of people, looking at a beautiful home could be a...
The River That Flows Forever

The River That Flows Forever

The River That Flows Forever by Andrew M. Davis The book of Ezekiel ends with a vision of a temple that is profound and mysterious, situated in a city with the name “The Lord Is There.” The radiant glory of God enters the visionary temple from the eastern gate and...
Planned Prayer

Planned Prayer

Planned Prayer by R. Carlton Wynne My mother recently posed an encouraging, convicting, and thought-provoking question: “Should I pray every day for everything on my prayer list, or is there a better way?” My mom acknowledged that with her current approach, she...
Gospel Resilience

Gospel Resilience

Gospel Resilience by Kara Dedert Living in a fallen world means an experience with suffering—disappointment, trouble, illness, death, and losses of varying degrees are intertwined with the joys of life. Some people have less, others more, but suffering is a common...