These reflections began as quiet meditations between patient visits and pages of fiction. They’ve grown into a journal of faith — a place to wrestle with Scripture, grace, and the call to live faithfully in a restless world.
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Salvation for the Jews: Part One
Salvation for the Jews: Part One A Question of Faith If a devout Jew makes a sincere effort to follow the Mosaic Laws and Ten Commandments, can he be saved even though he does not accept Jesus? God made a covenant with the Jews. If they, in good faith, fear the Lord and abide by…
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The Sin of Presumption: A Subtle but Serious Offense
In our modern walk of faith, we often focus on avoiding obvious sins—lying, cheating, rebellion, or disobedience. But there is a quieter, more deceptive danger lurking beneath the surface: the sin of presumption. This sin doesn’t necessarily look like rebellion; in fact, it often masquerades as spiritual zeal. Yet acting without God’s clear direction, even…
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When Justice Meets Mercy
Introduction: A Storm and a Savior Reading the Old Testament prophets can feel like stepping into a storm. The language is fierce, the warnings dire, and the consequences severe. But when we read these passages through the lens of the New Testament—through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ—we begin to see something more…
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Message to My Fellow Secular Jews
When the Old Testament Hurt Too Much to Believe Today\’s blog post is a message to my fellow secular Jews. There was a time in my life when I couldn’t relate to the Old Testament. I was born Jewish, raised with the stories and traditions, but I didn’t believe. Not really. The God of the…
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Trusting God with What We Love Most
Wrestling with a Difficult Story Thinking about Abraham\’s willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac gives me trouble. Maybe it gives you trouble too. I understand the importance of self-sacrifice. I understand laying down our lives for others, like Jesus did. And I understand that as followers of Christ, we may be called to die for…
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Differing Views on Atonement
Christians believe that Jesus\’ death on the cross was the ultimate blood sacrifice, taking away our sins forever. They point to Biblical references that say, first, that only a blood offering is sufficient for atonement. And second, that Jesus provided the ultimate blood offering. From this perspective, the destruction of the Second Temple in 70…
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Our Daily Choice
Every morning, we wake up to our daily choice: Do we believe that God is sovereign over the world, or do we accept the idea that human intellect is the highest authority? The answer to this question shapes how we live, what we value, and ultimately, where we place our hope. In 1 Corinthians 1:18-21,…
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Experiencing Spiritual Emptiness
Experiencing spiritual emptiness is often required in the process of spiritual growth and transformation. Watchman Nee tackles this issue in his commentary on Daniel 10:8. \”So I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me; for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no…
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Just a Toe Nail
Watchman Nee says each of us is important in God\’s eye and tells us to embrace who we are. However, it\’s not always easy. Sure, it\’s a breeze to not be jealous of a foot if you\’re a hand. But what if you\’re just a toe nail? That\’s how I feel sometimes! Nee begins by…
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Help God Every Day
Watchman Nee has a gift for clarifying important truths in life. In this short devotional, he explains our primary purpose for living – to help God every day. The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. – Romans 16.20 We believers who have been chosen by the Lord should never forget this…
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The Law and the Necessity of Christ: A Jewish Believer\’s Perspective
The intersection of faith and law within the experience of Jewish believers in Christ presents a unique set of theological challenges. At the core of this struggle lies a fundamental question: Is the Law sufficient for salvation, or is there a necessity for the grace offered through Christ? The Apostle Paul, in his letter to…
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What It Means To Be In Christ
The transformation that occurs when a believer is \”in Christ\” is supernatural, profound, and multifaceted, touching every aspect of our being—spiritual, emotional, and relational. This transformation is described throughout the New Testament and is central to Christian faith. Below are key aspects of this transformation: 1. New Identity Scripture: \”Therefore, if anyone is in Christ,…