We Bury Our Treasures

“Store up for yourself treasures in heaven…” How many times do I hear these lines quoted by pastors and read in the Scriptures, yet my heart does not resonate with the weight of its truth? What does it mean for me to store up treasures in heaven and what does...

Death: Does God feel?

By Jon Aman     jon.aman@sbctruckee.com There are stories eyes can tell only through tears. Mortal eyes are disoriented as they frantically search to catch a vision of the immortal, a reason for the pain. Death rips away what is closest to the heart, while burying...

THE PURITANS ON PUTTING SIN TO DEATH

THE PURITANS ON PUTTING SIN TO DEATH Elliot Ritzema »  We’re usually not too eager to deal with our sin, but doing so is an essential part of the Christian life. The Puritans offer six pieces of advice for how to meet our sin head-on. Mortification. It isn’t a word...

Why Did Jesus Die?

Why Did Jesus Die? FROM Anthony Carter Mar 06, 2013 Category: Articles The Bible reminds us that our justification is grounded in the love of God. The answer to the question “For whom did Christ die?” hints at the answer to the question “Why did Christ die?” but it...

Why You’re Still Here

By Joe Thorn, article found at www.joethorn.net As a man living in a broken world, like you, I see a lot of suffering. Being a pastor affords me the opportunity to see even more than I would otherwise. And those struggling with severe affliction, who find little to no...