The Believer’s Secure Refuge

One of my favorite memories of a ministry trip to Scotland is of the majestic Edinburgh castle. I have a tea towel with a print of the castle featuring a bag piper and the lyrics of “Amazing Grace.” Such a castle is an emblem of the refuge that God’s grace provides to the believing sinner!…

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The Rainbow of Redemption

One of nature’s most beautiful scenes is the rainbow. Recently I was in a thunder storm that was followed by a brilliant rainbow. It should remind us of God judgment that sent the Flood on a totally corrupted world, and His promise to never again destroy the world by water. As God promised Noah, “The…

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Future Grace

Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to take many airplane flights. One of the lingering impressions is the sight of eager faces circling the airport’s doorway, waiting for those who are deplaning. As passengers come into view they are greeted with delighted shouts and joyful hugs. If parting is “such sweet sorrow,” then reunion…

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Drawing the Right Conclusion

What kind of questions do you like on tests? Do you prefer true and false, multiple choice, matching, or essay? If you didn’t have time to study, “none of the above”! Let’s look at some matching questions. Yes, this is a pop quiz! Please match the words on the left with the most accurate corresponding…

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