August 21, 2020
Self and Lust – A Biblical Story and Modern Movie Mash-up
I present the Love and Lordship series multiple times a year. In our
discussion on agape and porneia we view a clip from Fireproof: The
Movie and I connect it with King David’s adultery with Bathsheba and
subsequent murder of her husband, Uriah (one of his top lieutenants). A
few years ago as I was presenting this The Holy Spirit gave me some
insights that have helped many in their battle against porneia and other
sins. We view the movie clip where Caleb (Kirk Cameron’s character) is
looking at some pictures… Read More
August 13, 2020
The Cookie Jar – A Satire on Love
This may come across as corny or silly, but I have so many that come up
to me after sharing this—sometimes even months or years later—and share
their appreciation for this illustration. So here it is… Picture
yourself as a child, or maybe as a parent with your children, gathered
around the dinner table nearly finished with the meal. The children in
the picture are struggling to clean up their plate, so mom or dad grabs a
jar out of the pantry and takes the… Read More
August 6, 2020
Loving Discipline vs Lustful Desires
We must be brutally honest with ourselves if we are to live as Christ’s
disciples and build His Kingdom in loving relationships. Because as I
share this couple’s story I have to say that this is not at all
uncommon. As a matter of fact it is very much so, and all too, common.
One Couple’s Battle with Porn/Porneia They had been in my office several
times and, while there was improvement, it was evident that there was
still a lot of tension and struggle. …Read More