Faithful Christianity begins in the home. One man and one woman in marriage, having children, raising them in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, parenting by God's promises, believing that He has graciously covenanted with households for their good, seeking Him in faith and service. If the home is a witness of the truth and love of God, it will speak to everyone around them. In our little church that I pastor, we have large families who believe this, striving to seek first God's kingdom and righteousness in all of life, for God's glory and their good. We do this together in true Christian fellowship and community. We are sinners, that is true, but we know the grace of God in Jesus Christ, that His Word is Truth, and that His promises for us and our children are sure. Too much of Christianity today in our nation, and here in the South, is in name only. This is to say, it is not much removed from taking the Lord's name in vain. It is a relic some haven't ...
Thoughts on the Reformed faith, preparation for ministry, and doing all to the glory of God.