Monthly Archives: July 2024

Be Not Deceived: Knowing about God and Knowing God Are Worlds Apart

Posted on July 31, 2024 by Wayne Davies

I’ve been reading Knowing God, by J.I. Packer – for the third time. It’s that good. There is so much truth in the first few chapters, it’s hard to know where to begin. These statements stand out from chapter two: … Continue reading →

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Does the Bible Command a Daily Quiet Time?

Posted on July 27, 2024 by Wayne Davies

Here’s a question to ponder: Do the Scriptures command a daily devotional time of prayer and Bible reading?  I like how Kevin DeYoung answers this question: “Not exactly, but they presume something like it. “On the one hand, we must … Continue reading →

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What the Bible Says about What God Does

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Wayne Davies

I’ve been learning a lot about the faithfulness of God lately. It’s a recurring theme in Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation. The psalmists liked to write about it: 1 I will sing of the steadfast love of the Lord, forever;     with my mouth … Continue reading →

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“Mommy, How Old Is God?”

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Wayne Davies

One of the best questions a child can ask is, “Who made God?” Or how about this one: “Where did God come from?” Or “How old is God?”   These are great questions that a person of any age can ask, don’t … Continue reading →

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What the Bible Says about God’s Goodness

Posted on July 5, 2024 by Wayne Davies

Here’s one of my favorite verses about the goodness of God: “How great is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you, which you bestow in the sight of men on those who take refuge in … Continue reading →

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