Posts by EBC Charleston (Page 3)

Posts by EBC Charleston (Page 3)

Jeremiah 9:23-24 by Jason G. Lutz

“Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the Lord who practices steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth. For in these things I delight, declares the Lord.””…

Sin by Jason G. Lutz

Of all the Books of the Bible, Leviticus is the one our minds, most likely, wish to forget (i.e. suppress).  Why?  Because it deals with the harsh reality of sin.  What is more it deals with the pervasive and obscene nature of sin.  Let us understand what sin is: a lack of conformity to or a transgression against the law of God (more easily: not doing what God desires us…

Ambassadors for Christ by Jason G. Lutz

“Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making an appeal through us; we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” (‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭5:20‬ ‭NASB‬‬) Last week we stood before the Throne of Judgement and Christ, our High Priest, claimed us.  We have been reconciled despite our unholiness to the Father and Grace abounds within us!  Hallelujah!…

Finding Grace by Jason G. Lutz

“but I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” (‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5:28‬ ‭NASB‬‬) For your midweek pick me up devotional I am going to write about sin and judgment.  You’re welcome!  Because it is the best News ever!  I think believers are a bit cheeky, myself most of all, when we say something like…

Growing Weary by Jason G. Lutz

“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” (‭‭Galatians‬ ‭6:9‬ ‭NKJV‬‬) The last few days in Charleston seem to be a reward for our patient-impatience with the Winter that would not end.  Don’t worry, I complained as much as anyone.  And yet, we have made it to May and it is lovely.  Let us Trust that He who…

God’s Redemptive Love by Jason G. Lutz

“But if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, He who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through His Spirit who dwells in you.” (‭‭Romans‬ ‭8:11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬) I am of the mind that stories are the best way for me to encourage and teach God’s Word.  Christ Himself used parables, and I cannot think of a better role…

Treasures in Heaven by Jason G. Lutz

“but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” ‭‭(Matthew‬ ‭6:20‬ ‭NKJV‬‬) We don’t think about heaven nearly enough, at least I don’t.  And I mean unashamed absent minded daydreams of heaven.  I sometimes see myself entering heaven and being greeted by Teddy Roosevelt on his horse…

To Save the Lost by Jason G. Lutz

“Then Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, I give half of my goods to the poor; and if I have taken anything from anyone by false accusation, I restore fourfold.”” (‭‭Luke‬ ‭19:8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬) Recently I found myself doing something odd, actually something quite normal. I seem to enjoy searching Instagram looking for posts that make me mad. I know I am not alone…

Only God Can Judge Me by Jason G. Lutz

“But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged by you or by a human court. In fact, I do not even judge myself. For I know of nothing against myself, yet I am not justified by this; but He who judges me is the Lord.” ‭‭(I Corinthians‬ ‭4:3-4‬ ‭NKJV‬‬) “Only God can judge me”, no doubt each of us has heard someone (ourselves?) make said statement. No doubt…