The Direction of Words

The Direction of Words

The Direction of Words  From Paul Tripp Ministries There are many verses in the Bible that encourage me and fill my soul with hope. But then there are other verses that scare and sober me. Proverbs 18:21 is near the top of that latter list. “Death and life are...
The Mission of Words

The Mission of Words

The Mission of Words  From Paul Tripp Ministries Why do we speak to other people? First and foremost, we speak because it’s our natural design. God hardwired us with the unique ability and desire to engage in a social environment. But what motivates us to choose...
Revelation of the blessed Trinity

Revelation of the blessed Trinity

“There is something deeply instructive, and deeply comforting in this revelation of the blessed Trinity [at Christ’s baptism]…. All Three Persons in the Godhead are equally concerned in the deliverance of our souls from hell. The thought should cheer us, when...
23 Things That Love Is

23 Things That Love Is

23 Things That Love Is Valentine’s Day is over. That means all those advertisements for roses and chocolate-covered strawberries and pendants are over, too. At least until next year. What’s the main message in those advertisements? “If you love your...
The Desire of Words

The Desire of Words

The Desire of Words  from Paul Tripp Ministries He was an exhausted and discouraged husband and father. He said, in so many words, “I pray, read my Bible, and go to church. I struggle to do what’s right, and people tell me to trust the Lord. But God just...