A Christian Blog by Chaplain Rainer Bantau
Have you ever faced a problem and reached the end of the rope? Can you recall a time when you were struggling and had exhausted all your resources? The writer of Psalm 130 had hit bottom. It’s unclear what battle he was fighting, but he recognized that only God could help him. The psalmists cry […]
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Compassion and mercy are recurring themes that come to mind as we continue to examine and explore the Psalms that form what is traditionally known as the “Great Hallel.” We maintain our focus on the “Songs of Ascent.” Sung and recited by Israelites on their pilgrimage to participate in annual festivals, the “Songs of Ascent” […]
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Try as we might, none of us are perfect. We all fall short (Romans 3:23). Forgiveness is something we all need. It’s also something we need to learn to show toward others who hurt or offend us. Forgiveness is a voluntary choice we make and the truth is we don’t always feel like forgiving someone. […]
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They refused to obey and were not mindful of the wonders that you performed among them, but they stiffened their neck and appointed a leader to return to their slavery in Egypt. But you are a God ready to forgive, gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love, and did not forsake […]
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Forgiveness is fundamental to living a godly life that is filled with abundance. Forgiveness helps us cash in the riches of joy and love. When we need healing and restoration for the words we said, both to others and ourselves, prayer is the place we must start. The tongue is a powerful tool. You can […]
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A church is made up of imperfect people, like you and me. It doesn’t matter what position you hold or role you play in your church body or how long you’ve been walking with the Lord, none of us achieve perfection this side of the Pearly Gates. When a brother or sister in Christ fall, […]
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