Category Archives: Thoughts About God

God’s Answer to the “Why” Question

Posted on July 2, 2022 by Wayne Davies

For centuries, people have been seeking answers to life’s most important questions: “How did we get here?” “Why are we here?” “What is the meaning and purpose of life?” It’s NOT About Us Fortunately, God has provided clear answers to … Continue reading →

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The Compassion of the Father

Posted on June 24, 2022 by Wayne Davies

My wife Julie and I have been reading A Layman Looks at the Lord’s Prayer by W. Phillip Keller. He is best known for A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23, which we read last year. His writing is rich with … Continue reading →

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How to Be Overwhelmed by the Love of God

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Wayne Davies

As we reflect on the meaning of the death of Christ, I’m thankful for these words from J.I. Packer: “God’s love is an exercise of His goodness towards sinners. As such, it has the nature of grace and mercy.   … Continue reading →

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Jesus Loves Me, How I Know

Posted on February 14, 2021 by Wayne Davies

One of the great themes of Scripture is the love of God. And one of my favorite songs continues to be the celebration of that love.   You know this song, too. Wherever you are right now, go ahead and … Continue reading →

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70 Resolutions for 2021

Posted on January 10, 2021 by Wayne Davies

Do you ever make New Year’s resolutions? I do . . . Just about every day. A young man by the name of Jonathan Edwards thought long and hard about what God wanted him to do with his life, and … Continue reading →

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A.W. Tozer on the Infinitude of God

Posted on June 18, 2016 by Wayne Davies

I’ve been reading A.W. Tozer’s book, The Knowledge of the Holy. What a delight! It’s a study of the attributes of God. Each chapter devotes 4-6 pages to something true about God: His self-existence, self-sufficiency, immutability, omniscience, faithfulness, love, justice, holiness, … Continue reading →

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Got This?

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Wayne Davies

        What does it take to get everything in this list? Knowledge Wisdom A prolonged life Strong confidence A fountain of life Satisfaction Riches and honor Safety Friendship with God The goodness of God The lack of nothing … Continue reading →

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The Idiocy of Idolatry

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Wayne Davies

Have you ever worshipped a stove or a microwave? How about a gas grill? In effect, that is what God accused Israel of doing through the prophet Isaiah. The people would take a piece of wood and make an idol … Continue reading →

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Thoughts About God From Genesis 37-50

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Wayne Davies

“Why Does God Allow Suffering?” The story of Joseph is one of the best-known in Scripture. It is the story of youthful arrogance, parental favoritism, sibling rivalry, unbelievable betrayal, cruel injustice, and unfair suffering. It’s one man’s journey from rags … Continue reading →

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Thoughts About God From Genesis 12-35

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Wayne Davies

Do you ever wonder what God is doing in the world today? The 4,000 year-old story of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, as told in Genesis 12-35, sheds much light on the answer to that question.   What do these chapters … Continue reading →

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