Nothing But An Insect

September 19, 2018 by Joel Burns in meditations

Praise God that He does not leave us to ‘in-and-of ourselves.’

The Balancing Act (Meditations in Ecclesiastes - Part VI)

September 17, 2018 by Joel Burns in meditations, Ecclesiastes

We have seen in our previous meditation that Solomon places a notable emphasis on the concept of balance in life. There is a rightful time for everything and there is rest and wisdom in acceptance of the fact.

Not Your Own - The Bible and Slavery (Part II)

July 27, 2018 by Joel Burns in meditations, Issues & Commentary

There is a way in which the Bible not only condones slavery, but absolutely requires it. It is not in the way anti-Christian activists would have us believe, neither is it what pops into most of our minds when we hear the word.

But make no mistake: to be a Christian is to be a slave.

Not Your Own - The Bible and Slavery (Part I)

July 26, 2018 by Joel Burns in Issues & Commentary, meditations

“Slavery” is a loaded term in the 21st century West. It is a massively weighty issue, one that demands our utmost consideration and seriousness.

So what are we to make of the charge that the Bible condones slavery?

How Men Fail

July 02, 2018 by Joel Burns in manhood, meditations

There is only one thing that can bear the weight of ultimacy in your life. All others will fail you. And in failing you, they will cause you to fail, as well.