A Common Sense Approach to Religious Freedom Down through the centuries and all over the world, the battle for religious freedom has been a bitter one. The United States has been no exception. Although most of those who founded this country came here seeking religious freedom, it has been a source ... One Day at A Time If just for today, Lord, I’ll keep my eyes and heart in tune to Your ever-loving presence. I’ll walk with You and glean upon Your every word ... be ready to go, ready to stay, and bask in the fullness of Your day. If just for today, Lord, I’ll find joy in ... The Taxation of Religion The Taxation of ReligionBy Punkerslut[Author's Note: Written on Monday, November 8, 2004, with the Salt Shaker of Doom (TM) -- a salt shaker full of Codeine, Valium, Klonopin, Xanax, and sugar. Completion made on Friday, December 3-5, 2004, while high and ...
All the Same
I can only imagine how horrible that would be if I even thought that God couldnt love me as much as He does others. Were that true, we could never find our rightful place with Him.
I see the same mentality in Christians. Some think saving souls is everything. Some give their all to ministering to Christians. Some think loving the Jew is what is going to bring them acceptance, favor, and reward from God.
But, God said, "Sow beside all waters," Is. 32:20. His vengeance is promised for the Jew and Christian, alike. His blessings are promised for all areas of service given by the heart. Each and every calling is
equally important. God didnt pick a favorite.
If you look carefully at scripture, youll find that those God chooses are humans with flaws, fears, and weaknesses. Theyre chosen for special areas of service wherein God gets the glory instead of man.
Perhaps God knows that if man gets the glory, it will only go to his head ... taking his eyes off God, where he can no longer be used. So, what God does choose is the least likely candidate. But, He loves us all the same.
by Joyce C. Lock
About the Author In addition to being a published author and poet, Joyce C. Lock created the religion column, "Christianity Made Simple" for Peru Daily Tribune, continues to write inspirational articles for area newspapers, and shares further in online and e-mail ministries.
