If God establishes the nations and authorities (which He does – Rom. 13:1-7), then we could conclude that He has used them in various ways. Sometimes, they are blunt instruments and expendable. Though not a nation, think of Samson whom God used to start a war with the Philistines (Judg. 14:4). Other times, they are … Continue reading Before The Fall
The Lady with the Lamp. The Mother of Nursing. The Angel of Crimea. Florence Nightingale: a Victorian-era celebrity who rose to prominence for her work as a British nurse during the Crimean War (1853-56). During this time, being sent to a military hospital for wounds sustained in battle, no matter how minor, was almost a … Continue reading The Best Disinfectant
Admiting to someone that you were wrong can be hard to do. Pride is a jealous friend and it doesn’t like you wandering off to see other people. But, like an abusive relationship, it can be liberating to get away and finally be honest. “I was wrong.” It’s hard to say at first, but refreshing, … Continue reading Honest to Goodness
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