Romans Applied – Life in Death
Who would you willingly die for? I’m sure that it is a relatively short list with family and perhaps a few close friends. That’s normal and expected. And yes, in…
Author: Dale Heinold
Proverbs – Got Wisdom?
A few years ago, a dairy farmer association was searching for ways to encourage people to drink milk. They tried the usual approach of pointing out milk’s benefits, with little…
Romans Applied – Standing in Grace
There is a rhythm in the Passover meal that is echoed in the Romans. The Passover meal is one of remembrance and hope. It recalls the slavery of the Hebrews…
Proverbs – Reflections of the Heart
What’s the right answer? As I write this meditation on Proverbs, students are wrapping up their school year. Seniors are finishing up their last year of high school and preparing…
Romans Applied – Faith First
From the earliest days, when Abraham was still Abram, God made a promise, and Abram believed. Abram and Sarai were childless. Their heir was a servant born in their house…
Proverbs – Gentle Answer
We all make choices. The choice that matters most happens in that split second before we respond to something said or done. This is even truer today as our words…
Romans Applied – Law of Faith
There is a basic truth about humanity that smacks full speed into Biblical reality. We think and feel that we’re good. That all (or most) of our thoughts, actions, and…
Proverbs – Good Medicine
There is a medicine that you cannot buy at any price. It’s not for sale at any pharmacy. Neither is it for sale on the illicit drug market. And yet…
Romans Applied – Inside Outside
We have come to expect packaging to be true and honest. If a can is labeled “green beans,” we do not doubt the label’s truthfulness. We would be utterly shocked…
Proverbs – The Power of Paitence
One common morsel of advice is to follow your heart. Do what feels right. Today, that is often expressed as “you do you.” Along with that advice is a bit…
Romans Applied – Perfect Justice
Eventually, every sin will be found out. It is either confessed before the Lord in repentance or revealed on the day of God’s judgment. People may flaunt God’s Law, but…
Proverbs – Calm
A peace-filled heart is valuable. Every day, people of all stripes seek a heart that is calm, peaceful, tranquil, and at rest. Many avenues and vices are explored in search…