Author Archives: Jim Greensmith

Dietrich Bonhoeffer on Prayer

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945) was a Lutheran pastor that grew up in Berlin during the rise of the Nazi party. From a young age he became interested in ethics and moral character. Bonhoeffer served as a courier for the German resistance, … Continue reading →

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The cross as a model for us

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

The cross is arguably the most widely recognized icon, not only today in this culture of ‘pop icons’, but since the second century A.D. It symbolizes the sacrifice made on calvary’s hill. It symbolizes Christ’s triumph over sin, that through … Continue reading →

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What’s so Amazing about Grace?

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

You can show effortless grace on the dance floor, say grace before you eat, be graceful, or be a disgrace. You can even get a grace app for your iPhone! There are many things to say about grace. You can … Continue reading →

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Nahum 1:7 or In-n-Out Burger Theology

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

While powering down that Animal Style Double-Double, Fries and a nice cold drink have you ever noticed the small writing on the bottom of your Double-Double wrapper? Nahum 1:7. Ever wonder what it meant? Or do you just crumple the … Continue reading →

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… and forget.

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

“Okay. Now I understand forgiveness, but do I need to forget too?? I’ve heard ‘forgive and forget’ and I’ve heard ‘I’ve forgiven, but I won’t forget’. What’s the right way?” To forget, or not to forget; that is the question. … Continue reading →

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Forgive

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

Forgiveness is difficult. If it were easy Jesus wouldn’t have taught us to forgive seventy times seven (Matthew 18:22). If it were easy there wouldn’t be over one hundred references to forgiveness in the Bible, sixty-four in the New Testament … Continue reading →

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It’s Alive!

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

It’s an interesting thing, studying the Bible. I may think I’m headed in one direction when I find myself headed in yet another. Many times while working on this blog or preparing a Small Group Study I see something in … Continue reading →

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I’ll take Extra Large Philistines for 200, Alex!

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

The answer is; Who is Goliath? Goliath stood against Israel’s army for forty days. Twice each day Goliath would brazenly challenge, taunt, curse, and scorn the Israelites. Defiantly shouting ‘Why don’t you come out and fight me?’ So, A better … Continue reading →

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Just asking…

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

Just asking… As a believing Christian, do you really believe that what you believe is really real? If being Christian were a crime, would there be enough evidence to convict you? If the Holy Spirit removed itself from your life … Continue reading →

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I am Jonah

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Jim Greensmith

While watching the Veggie Tales movie about Jonah it occurred to me, am I like Jonah? Do I run away and try to hide from God when He asks something of me? The answer is yes. Yes, I am Jonah. … Continue reading →

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