Monthly Archives: June 2012

Genetics

“For you have been born again…” (1 Peter 1:23) Genetics are amazing. Science has proven what people have known almost from the beginning of time: Characteristics—physical and otherwise—can be passed on through a family line. I have a friend who … Continue reading

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Leaving a Legacy

In the first several verses of Peter’s second letter, he tells the readers about the grace of God that saves them and about how they should live. Peter goes on to say, “I think it right, as long as I … Continue reading

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You’re Not Second Class

“To those who have obtained a faith of equal standing with ours by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 1:1). I hold the Apostle Peter in high esteem. If I ever got the opportunity to … Continue reading

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No Isolationism

“Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment” (Proverbs 18:1). I don’t know about you, but I find this passage sobering. Isolating one’s self is acting selfishly. Further, such isolation—dare I say, “independence”?—is contrary … Continue reading

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