Bob's sermon from yesterday (6/26/11) was a wonderful and powerful reminder of the efficacy of prayer. Today I read this quote from Augustine in Calvin's Institutes of the Christian Religion: God orders what we cannot do, that we may know what we ought to ask of him. There is a great utility in precepts [commands], if all … Continue reading What to Pray For
Author: Daniel Waugh
Dumb Lyrics
I hate stupid lyrics, especially stupid worship song lyrics. Some of the ones I hate most: - He Needs Just a Few Good Men, by the Gaithers. Sung on Father's Day across the country. My thoughts...bullsh-t (I didn't swear, I put a - in there!). Since when does God need anyone to accomplish his purposes! - Above … Continue reading Dumb Lyrics
Catechism #116-117
Question #116: Why do Christians need to pray? Answer: Because prayer is the most important part of the thankfulness God requires of us. And also because God gives his grace and Holy Spirit only to those who pray continually and groan inwardly, asking God for these gifts and thanking him for them (Ps. 50:14-15; 116:12-19; 1 Thess. … Continue reading Catechism #116-117
Christian Apostasy
Warning: I'm not advocating what I post in the next paragraphs, I'm only putting it out there as a possibility, as something to be considered. I just haven't thought enough about this proposal to dismiss it or promote it, but I do find it interesting and potentially helpful. There are several troublesome passages throughout the … Continue reading Christian Apostasy
Catechism #112-113
Question #112: What is God's will for you in the ninth commandment? Answer: God's will is that I never give false testimony against anyone, twist no one's words, not gossip or slander, nor join in condemning anyone without a hearing or without a just cause. Rather, in court and everywhere else, I should avoid lying and deceit … Continue reading Catechism #112-113
God Entranced 