by peter.ramsay | Feb 13, 2018 | Bible Bites
No, you haven’t even attended, let alone graduated from a seminary. You haven’t done the eight years of study required after high school. You haven’t studied philosophy, nor have you taken courses in dogmatic, moral and pastoral theology. You may...
by peter.ramsay | Feb 6, 2018 | Bible Bites
Have you ever felt like telling someone: “Give me a break! Don’t be so infantile. Smarten up. Would you please grow up!” We usually issue such a snarky scolding out of exasperation, in the energy of our wicked flesh. But, really – are you...
by peter.ramsay | Jan 30, 2018 | Bible Bites
Have you heard of storm-chasers? They are people who travel thousands of kilometers hoping to witness a bad storm. The thrill of their life is to see a violent weather storm. Hurricanes, lightening storms, and even hailstorms are exciting for them; but the most...
by peter.ramsay | Jan 23, 2018 | Bible Bites
Have you ever caved into pressure and acted against your better judgment? You didn’t expect to actually do it or go there or get involved; but, in the heat of the moment, you gave in. Now you have regrets and a bad conscience! Even though you didn’t deliberately set...
by peter.ramsay | Jan 16, 2018 | Bible Bites
Discontented Jew: “Everybody else has one. It’s cool. They get to see their king riding the palace chariot in parades. I bet the local yokels feel good when they see their king walking on the royal red carpet, with the scepter in his hand and that big crown on his...
by peter.ramsay | Jan 9, 2018 | Bible Bites
The pleading was strong. The pressure was intense. Their tears said it all. Those who loved and respected the Apostle Paul did not want him to travel to Jerusalem. They knew it would probably be the beginning of the end for him. Even his companions, like Luke,...