God’s Laws | Ernie's Musings

God’s Laws | Ernie's Musings

… in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; Because that Abraham obeyed my voice, and kept my charge, my commandments, my statutes, and my laws. (Genesis 26:4-5)

I don’t know where we, Evangelical Christians, have gotten the idea that the Old Testament laws no longer apply. A few years ago, Dr. Charles Swindoll came out with a book entitled Grace Awakening where, I think, he attempts to assuage the guilt some Christians bear due to unnecessary legalism and encourage Christians to take joy in the freedom found through Christ. I have a great deal of respect for Dr. Swindoll. He is a far greater scholar and theologian that I can ever hope to be, but I think he unintentionally opened the door to liberalism here. 

Read more ... http://erniecarrasco.com/2016/01/10/gods-laws/ 

What Next? | Ernie's Musings

What Next? | Ernie's Musings

Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me, Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure: (Isaiah 46:9-10)

There is no way to know what the future holds, so trust Him who holds the future. The Lord knows what 2016 will bring. He knows "the end from the beginning," and we can be sure that He has included us in His plans. Read more: http://erniecarrasco.com/2016/01/03/what-next/.

Almost Gone | Ernie's Musings

Almost Gone | Ernie's Musings

This year was a disappointment, but there is still hope for the new year. To see why, read more ... http://erniecarrasco.com/2015/12/27/almost-gone/