Crooked Questions, Straight Answers, and Red Faces

Crooked Questions, Straight Answers, and Red Faces

While crossing the Mount of Olives on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus cursed a fruitless fig tree and it withered from its roots. His disciples marveled at the speed of the miracle, which was one of judgement: the tree symbolised the Jewish religion of his day, which was...
Beggars Can Be Choosers!

Beggars Can Be Choosers!

When Christians inform me that they have a healing ministry, I point them to the elderly, most of whom struggle with health issues. Generally speaking, there’s not much point in them ministering healing to teenagers. The same goes for the other spiritual...
18 Things I’ve Learned About Discerning

18 Things I’ve Learned About Discerning

18 Keys to discerning that I’ve learned over the years: 1. Remember that first impressions count — they are intuitive snapshots. When a woman distrusts a man she meets for the first time, her assessment of his character is usually correct. 2. Become...
Praying and Saying Power Words

Praying and Saying Power Words

“Have faith from God. For whosoever shall say to this mountain: ‘Be removed, and be thrown into the sea’, and shall not doubt in his heart but shall believe that those things he says shall comes to pass, he shall have whatsoever he says.” (Mark 11:22-24)...
Spiritual Spontaneity

Spiritual Spontaneity

There is a sharp contrast between formal religion and informal faith. The first clings to ritualism, and the second is spontaneous and responsive to the need of the moment. The most urgent need in our time is for spiritual awakenings around the globe that will revive...
The Difference Between Patriotism and Fanaticism

The Difference Between Patriotism and Fanaticism

All genuine Christians believe in the fundamental (foundational) doctrines of the Bible. However, it is our love for God, Jesus, and humanity, which motivates us. Not texts extracted from their biblical contexts and misused in attempts to justify violence and...

Peter E. Barfoot