Before the Mountains…

This month we will be exploring the theme of mountains in the Bible. Mountains play an incredibly important role in the Scriptures. Some of – if not all – the most important events of the Bible happen on a hill or mountain. Why do you think that is? My favorite song, La Belle Fleur Sauvage,Continue reading “Before the Mountains…”

The Lord is My Banner

In war, banners/flags were often used to indicate the leader/country an approaching army represented. It was also generally multiple soldiers’ job to hold the banner – the banner must always be waving – as the banner went so did the army. If a soldier died holding the banner, another would pick it up and moveContinue reading “The Lord is My Banner”

Never Give Up

Ultimately, no matter the outcomes soldiers hope to fight well and win the war. Soldiers want to stay true to the cause, their fellow soldiers, and their leader. It is no different for soldiers of Christ. In 2 Timothy, in some of his final words, Paul wrote to Timothy his protege in the faith. PaulContinue reading “Never Give Up”

A Soldier’s Death

Today is Memorial Day in the United States. It is a day when we remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Soldiers for Christ have and will die. Some die very violently and suddenly (similar to those honored on our Memorial Day); some die after years of fighting for ChristContinue reading “A Soldier’s Death”

Be Brave

Soldiers must be brave if they are to face the battlefield. So, what does it really mean to be brave? Brave is defined as someone ready to face and endure danger or pain; showing courage; someone who is ready to endure or face (unpleasant conditions or behavior) without showing fear. The key to really understanding bravery is recognizing that bravery does notContinue reading “Be Brave”