Then said he to the multitude that came forth to be baptized of him, O generation of vipers, who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?  Bring forth therefore fruits worthy of repentance, and begin not to… Continue reading

With great power there is increased capacity for doing good. Yet, there is also multiplied capacity for doing harm and engaging in individual and collective sin. When asked, John the Baptist brought a prophetic message to the guardians of the… Continue reading

Then came also publicans to be baptized, and said unto him, Master, what shall we do?  And he said unto them, Exact no more than that which is appointed you. – Luke 3:12 There are different things that different folks… Continue reading

I am glad that God does that for me. Of course, it is completely unfair …. I do the wrong and He atones for it. That means, He bears the brunt and makes it right. What kind of wonderful craziness… Continue reading

  Photo by jesse orrico on Unsplash Are you feeling "stuck" in work you feel is insignificant and at the lowest place on the chain of importance? Are you doing menial work when you feel you have a greater calling? Look at David.… Continue reading

And the people asked him, saying, What shall we do then? – Luke 3:10   John got the response that he must have hoped for. It was the right response. It was the only logical response from a people who… Continue reading

Live Simply and Share He answereth and saith unto them, He that hath two coats, let him impart to him that hath none; and he that hath meat, let him do likewise.  – Luke 3:11   Sometimes we are ready… Continue reading

Oh the wonders He has done!And we, with race, yet to be run,Run on and share with daughter, son,The wonders done and to be done. Give ear, incline, and hear this word.As on you run, be thus assured:The glorious deeds… Continue reading

The world needs non-violent witnesses of Jesus to walk unarmed, vulnerable, and faithfully bold, trembling, but walking on among the clamoring, posturing, outbursts of angry violence and ignorant hate to stand for love, justice, and peace. These shall neither relent… Continue reading

Photo by Melinda Gimpel on Unsplash "If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person's religion is worthless. Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and… Continue reading