Sometimes in our writings we can express our ideas more appropriately than we ever could conversationally. So we shall write. It's healthy. @gregthewanderer
A few weeks back, a good friend drove me to the hospital here in Belgium. The hospital being a place many have spent time in recent months, where no one wants to be–except for those longing to visit loved ones, who are prohibited. My body was sick, and ‘it’ didn’t seem to be going away … Continue reading God is ‘Love’
Sky still dark, though soft;5am, orange hue. Windows wide.Birds communicating, loudly. The temperature says, “spring.”The forecast is showers, much,To local farmers’ delight. Soil,more than ready with thirst. Friday was celebratory, solemn;Difficult, so tearfully necessary.We acknowledge it as “good.” Saturday was calm, restful;death-shattering might so bright,As Sunday came & went—“Easter.”Bells rang, broadcasts streamed. Enter Monday, and … Continue reading Good Morning Monday
Lend your ear for a few minutes. A short reading from J. I. Packer’s book, Knowing God, followed by some thoughts to ponder on our understanding of Jesus Christ, just might serve to illuminate your heart and mind this Friday. For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, … Continue reading Good Friday is Good.
Many are speculating that cultural Christianity and prosperity gospel will decline during this time. Could it be that this pandemic serves as a refining fire for the Bride of Christ? Those who give to the church in a transactional way on Sundays may discontinue their giving when the plate is not passed before them, their … Continue reading I will Die; my Dying will be Christian.
That beast called Satan wishes to devour us any way at all. Whether it requires that we be scrambled or if we be done over easy, he does not distinguish. His delight is in the devouring. Amidst this continuous unfolding I long to make known to you an age-old caveat: the claws of the thief–which … Continue reading Global Pandemic? Give Up.
We made a few short clips in an attempt to best use this time of quarantine for the sake of the gospel. If you are encouraged, feel free to share! Please send any questions to @_letmeintroduceyou_ on Instagram or to greghelmsis@gmail.com. Q1: Why do we share the gospel? #letmeintroduceyou #JESUSisLORD Continue reading The Gospel is not Quarantined.
I’m thankful for our church family here in Brussels, Belgium. We are living in strange circumstances, but our Lord is ever-faithful. I am thankful to the pastor and elders here who gave me an opportunity to share from the Scriptures, in light of the times. If you have an hour while sitting at home today, … Continue reading Is Jesus Enough?
I wrote a short poem today. I was marveling at God’s grace towards you and me, in Christ. My need of His grace and His strength never ceases from one moment to the next. I would love for you to have a listen. Turn up your volume and click the ‘play’ button below. Here are … Continue reading This Gentile Rebel
Perhaps in the past few days, amidst heightened awareness of the coronavirus, you have run across this acronym for COVID-19 (below) and the verse stamped together with it (Joshua 1:9), on social media. Maybe you have shared this on your very own platforms or with your families. My mom did. That’s one of the reasons … Continue reading COVID-19 and Joshua 1:9—A Family Teaching Moment
This is a follow up to a note shared yesterday. Start there! From Virus to Revival? We Pray. Written from Brussels, Belgium Does Christ Jesus have your utmost affection? Or is it your favorite football team, or the approval you receive from others? Or is it your weekly routine and the paycheck you earn … Continue reading Thoughts from an American Apprentice of a Baptist Pastor in Western Europe, Regarding Coronavirus, Pt. 2
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