We are currently studying the book of Ecclesiastes in our college group (Tuesday nights) and with our young professionals (Friday nights). In preparation I've been reading repeatedly the text of Ecclesiastes while also finding help in a small collection of books and commentaries. David Gibson's book, Living Life Backward: How Ecclesiastes Teaches Us to Live in … Continue reading 27 Quotes from David Gibson’s ‘Living Life Backward: How Ecclesiastes Teaches Us to Live in Light of the End’
Say Goodbye to Your Bucket List
I recently turned 37. I enjoyed a low-key celebration with my family and received a few nice gifts. It was good. But the day came and went, and life soon moved back into a normal routine. Next year, if the Lord wills, I will celebrate my 38th birthday, and hopefully in a similar way. Birthdays can serve as … Continue reading Say Goodbye to Your Bucket List
Is it Godly to Grieve Over the Death of Fellow Saints? Thoughts on Philippians 2:27
If we are citizens of heaven, awaiting a future of glory and an eternal inheritance, someday to be forever in the presence of Christ and again among our earthly brothers and sisters, then why should we grieve over our brethren who die and go onto heaven before us? Isn't it a sign of earthly-mindedness to grieve … Continue reading Is it Godly to Grieve Over the Death of Fellow Saints? Thoughts on Philippians 2:27
