Living in Central Europe not too long after the fall of the communism, it was interesting to see “adaptations” people made in life, to learn to cope with the challenges of such an oppressive system. Commonplace through almost every region I ever visited, were half built, unfinished homes. Quite often I would get an invitation …
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 Traditionally this verse shows up throughout December as we celebrate the birth of Christ. …
My wife’s grandmother was moved to an assisted living facility a few years after we were married. Her husband had died, and the family felt she just needed a little extra help. She was relatively healthy and had lots of friends there, and had freedom to come as go as she pleased, but it gave …
At 15 I landed my first real job working for one of my uncles. I made $10 a day laying roofing shingles, in the hot, Florida summer sun. It was hot and hard work, but to a 15-year-old, money was money. As a young teen, I really don’t remember it being miserable doing all that …
Over the years, I have encountered many “successful” people in ministry. On the outside, they are “getting it done”. But I’ve always struggled with those who have less regard for “how” it gets done. I’ve met many who have adopted an unsaid policy of doing whatever it takes to get the job done, even if …
During my sophomore year at the Christian university I attended, I took a biology class and was invited to a debate that my professor was taking part in. Our full size vanload of students drove a few hours away to an Ivy League school, where upon entry to the auditorium, it was clear our group …
I was probably 13 years old when I had my first experience in the inconsistency of Christianity. Upon arriving home from school, my mom sat my sister and me down on the couch and proceeded to explain what was soon to be made public. One of the pastors of our church was found to be …
A Word From Ron – A Guide of the Blind, an Instructor of the Foolish, a Teacher of Babes Read More »
Countless times I have ministered to people who seemed to be misled into believing that they were a Christian. They have defended their “salvation” with their good church attendance, activity in the church, good note taking, tithing, relationship to someone in ministry, and the list goes on and on. Many have even clearly articulated the …
A Word From Ron – No Law, No Works, Nothing Else! Read More »
Back in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic, when things were at their worst, and many were “masked up,” I found it really hard to meet new people. As if the pandemic didn’t separate us enough, we also were unable to look people in the face… the full face. When meeting someone for the first …
Anxiety, suffering and stress are all around us; in fact, sometimes within us. Sadly, there are some that wrestle with these issues more than others. In my life, I have wrestled somewhat with these, but the older I have gotten, as my faith in God has grown, they have almost entirely gone away. I thank …
