References: Ps. 33; Ps. 8; I Cor. 6:19-20 When someone is struggling with some difficult issue, or perhaps a young person is not sure what he wants to do in life, an observer might say, “He needs to find himself,” or “He’s trying to understand life for himself.” Some life events puzzle us mightily; we […]
The Most Important Answer (3): A Continuing Relationship
References: Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 1; John 1:29-34; Rom. 8:31-39 Comfort based on the continuation of relationship with God Okay, the announcement is given, the remedy provided, and we are reconciled with God. But what about tomorrow? With human relationships, reconciliation can be lost very quickly when new issues arise. In fact, we know that the […]
The Most Important Answer (2): God’s Double Action
References: Heidelberg Catechism Q&A 1; John 1:29-34; Rom. 8:31-39 Reconciliation with God We know the problem separating us from God is sin; we have inherited a heart of rebellion. God made it clear to Adam he and his wife would die the minute they disobeyed. When they sinned, Adam and Eve hid from God; they […]