Author Archives: remso

David and Goliath – Dispelling some myths.

Posted on 02/18/2018 by remso

We all have versions of the David and Goliath story in our heads. In our men’s group, we are reading Max Lucado’s book Overcoming your Giants. In the first chapter the author talks in odd descriptives about a young David, … Continue reading →

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Lightning, voices, and thunder – edited part two of two. Revelation 11:19

Posted on 02/15/2018 by remso

Jesus, the Messiah that came as a lamb and offered himself up as our sacrifice, told us that in this world we would have tribulation as an ongoing aspect of our lives. While discomforts come in many forms, such as … Continue reading →

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Lightening, voices, and thunder – edited part 1. Revelation 11:18 through.

Posted on 02/11/2018 by remso

I believe what we see here in Revelation 11:18 is the end of all things, but on what do I base that assessment? “And the nations were enraged, and Your wrath came, and the time came for the dead to be … Continue reading →

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But before faith came. Galatians 3:23

Posted on 02/07/2018 by remso

Sorry, if this trip through Galatians is becoming tedious, but imagine that moment when a new reader drops in and has no idea of what we are talking. It happens. We are working our way through Paul’s letter to the … Continue reading →

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Can I apply the principles learned here, even if I am not a Jew. Galatians 3:22

Posted on 02/04/2018 by remso

Sometimes, like today, I am battling with insecurities and wondering why I think anyone needs another commentary. But maybe, you’re just like me and find yourself overwhelmed by the high theology of some; the convoluted approach of others, and the … Continue reading →

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With the concept of a mediator in place, we continue. Galatians 3:20-21

Posted on 01/30/2018 by remso

When we last saw our hero Paul – I am just kidding because it has been weeks since I stepped away from my commentary on Galatians. Like most of Paul’s letters, this letter to the followers in Galatia is an … Continue reading →

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Biblical characters that demonstrated trust. Let’s look at Noah.

Posted on 01/24/2018 by remso

There was a time when my actions caused my world to collapse. That collapse drove me to my knees and toward God with a passion that I did not realize was in me. I read the Bible incessantly, and in … Continue reading →

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Jesus had authority attributed to him; why?

Posted on 01/16/2018 by remso

Recently, in our Men’s Bible Study, the group leader announced, we are still talking about Jesus Christ, the Anointed One. Since we are talking about Jesus, then what are His major attributes? Wow, for a brief moment I was overwhelmed … Continue reading →

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This opening line is one that gives me grief. Galatians 3:1-3

Posted on 01/12/2018 by remso

In many of my posts I show you a bit of me; in other words, I make it personal, and then hopefully applicable. I am going to try to integrate myself into this one as well, but I am going … Continue reading →

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Why would a shy introvert have such a craving to teach?

Posted on 01/05/2018 by remso

Not that long ago I got set up for a trap by my pastor. I was taken to lunch under the premise of talking about a study I was to lead, but, his plan had everything to do with challenging … Continue reading →