Author: MFranseen

"I do not sit down at my desk to put into verse something that is already clear in my mind. If it were clear in my mind, I should have no incentive or need to write about it. We do not write in order to be understood; we write in order to understand." C.S. Lewis

Three Ways To Grow In Contentment In A Disappointing World

Do you want great wealth? 1 Timothy tells us great wealth doesn't come from adding more money or material possessions to our lives, but in living for God and being content. As Christians, I think we understand the call to live godly lives, even if we struggle to do so consistently, but contentment seems to … Continue reading Three Ways To Grow In Contentment In A Disappointing World →

The Discovery Of Hoarded Fetal Remains Highlights Post-Abortion Grief

On September 12, 2019, the family of deceased abortionist Ulrich "George" Klopfer discovered fetal remains stored in his garage. Klopfer was a hoarder. Apparently, the items he hoarded included the body parts of babies killed in abortions he performed. Klopfer resided in Illinois but practiced as an abortionist in Indiana before losing his medical license … Continue reading The Discovery Of Hoarded Fetal Remains Highlights Post-Abortion Grief →

Faith And Favoritism Cannot Coexist: James 2:1-13

My dear brothers and sisters, how can you claim to have faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ if you favor some people over others? For example, suppose someone comes into your meeting dressed in fancy clothes and expensive jewelry, and another comes in who is poor and dressed in dirty clothes. If you give special attention … Continue reading Faith And Favoritism Cannot Coexist: James 2:1-13 →

Quick To Listen And Quick To Obey: James 1:19-27

Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires. So get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has … Continue reading Quick To Listen And Quick To Obey: James 1:19-27 →

Good News For Those Caught In Sin: How The Woman Caught In Adultery Points Us To The Gospel

Her heart pounded, and she felt sick. Her face was hot with shame. Adultery was a serious sin that carried serious consequences. She and the man she had been caught with stood before a group of Pharisees and teachers of the law. They were both frozen not daring to move. The awkwardness was unbearable. Then, … Continue reading Good News For Those Caught In Sin: How The Woman Caught In Adultery Points Us To The Gospel →

Every Good And Perfect Gift: God’s Unchangeable Goodness In A Storm-Tossed World, James 1:16-18

So don’t be misled, my dear brothers and sisters. Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. He chose to give birth to us by giving us his true word. And we, out … Continue reading Every Good And Perfect Gift: God’s Unchangeable Goodness In A Storm-Tossed World, James 1:16-18 →

God Never Tempts Us To Do Wrong…That’s On Us: James 1:13-15

  And remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never tempted to do wrong, and he never tempts anyone else. Temptation comes from our own desires, which entice us and drag us away. These desires give birth to sinful actions. And when sin is allowed to grow, it gives … Continue reading God Never Tempts Us To Do Wrong…That’s On Us: James 1:13-15 →

When Troubles Come, God Blesses Our Patient Endurance: James 1:12

God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 When life is hard, God gives us His peace. God does not promise the Christian an easy life. On the contrary, Jesus tells us in John 16:33 that … Continue reading When Troubles Come, God Blesses Our Patient Endurance: James 1:12 →