In Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave, Edward T. Welch provides a deeply biblical understanding of addiction, identifying it not merely as a medical issue but as a spiritual struggle rooted in idolatry and misplaced worship. Welch’s title, drawn from Proverbs 9:17-18, illustrates the deceptive nature of sin: “Stolen water is sweet, and bread eaten…
In the quiet corners of our existence, where flowers bloom and thorns pierce, we tread the path of life. Sometimes bathed in sunlight, other times shrouded in shadows, we journey onward. But there is a constant companion—a promise that echoes through the ages: “Surely I am with you all the days!” (Matthew 28:20). The Mosaic…
In the quietude of life’s journey, there exists a divine reality—an exalted and endearing truth that transcends the visible and tangible. Imagine threading your way along a difficult and perilous path, each step fraught with pain, hazard, hesitancy, and doubt. Unbeknownst to you, unseen by mortal eyes, there is One who hovers around you incessantly….
Introduction In the quiet moments of our deepest grief, we often wonder if anyone truly understands our pain. In those moments, we encounter the profound truth that Christ’s sympathy transcends human comprehension. Let us explore the tears of divine compassion shed by our Savior. 1. Tears at the Grave of Bethany 2. True Sympathy: Weeping with Those…