David is on the run. Saul, the king, is out to kill him. The First place he runs to is the old prophet Samuel, but Samuel himself is afraid of Saul and David is unable to stay there. He runs next to the priests, hoping that he may find shelter and sanctuary there with them, but he isContinue reading “The Steadfast Love of God; Trusting God in Times of Great Uncertainty. (A Study of Psalm 52)”
Author Archives: Trent Eastman
Fighting for the Gospel (Galatians 1:6-12)
,As Paul begins his letter to the churches of Galatia, he comes out fighting. He describes the marks of a false gospel that results in destroying churches and lives, as well as is a desertion of Jesus.
The Gospel of Grace and Peace (Galatians 1:1-5)
Paul is fighting for the Gospel. In the first 5 verses of Galatians Paul provides a clear description of the Gospel.
The Way of Faith vs The Way of Fear
Fear is very interesting. As a base emotion fear is important because it warns a person of danger so that pending harm may be avoided. Yet, fear can be irrational or grow disproportional to a danger and thus may cause actions that are not only harmful to self and others, but bring real harm to the soul. DuringContinue reading “The Way of Faith vs The Way of Fear”
Breaking Spiritual Quarantine
Are you inconvenienced yet? I spent a large chunk of my day today just talking to people who are isolated at home. Some have voiced missing others, some have talked about the fears they have for the survival of their business, others have talked about how hard it has been to go and get things. Being isolated orContinue reading “Breaking Spiritual Quarantine”
“Help us, O Lord, our God, for we rely on you”
There is a story in the Bible about a very godly king. His name is Asa of Judah who ruled for 41 years. He was the great grandson of Solomon and would have ruled about 22 years after the death of Solomon. Scripture tells us that “Asa did what was good and right in the eyes of theContinue reading ““Help us, O Lord, our God, for we rely on you””
A Covid-19 Gravesite
I think I broke the law today, but I am not sure. A son recently lost his mother, and he asked me to come and speak at her grave today. The cemetery was in Ohio and thus I am not sure if the stay-at-home order given by Ohio’s governor included me, a pastor, in a cemetery. Regardless, itContinue reading “A Covid-19 Gravesite”
Near to the Brokenhearted
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ – As you know, I am not a user of social media. During this time of social isolation though, I feel that words of theological reflection may be helpful as you seek to make sense of the sickness, the panic, and the world at this time. My purpose is not toContinue reading “Near to the Brokenhearted”
The Riddle of Suffering and the Goodness of God
If God is good, why does he allow evil and suffering in this world? That is a question that many have asked and may be asking today. This is an ancient question that is often referred to as “the problem of evil” or the theological term of “theodicy.” The question sees a problem or inconsistence with the assumedContinue reading “The Riddle of Suffering and the Goodness of God”
“Scattered each to his own home…”
“Behold the hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each to his own home…” (John 16:32). My heart skipped a beat when I read this scripture passage set for last week’s Sunday sermon. During the past four years I had been working through the Gospel of John on the Sundays between ChristmasContinue reading ““Scattered each to his own home…””
The Seen and Unseen
During Jesus’ journey to Calvary– from the time of him being taken in the garden through to his dying upon the cross, there is an odd irony to it all. I am not sure how to express it. The Gospels clearly describe horrific things being done to Jesus such as his false trial, his torture, the mockingContinue reading “The Seen and Unseen”
A Prayer of Thanks During Covid-19
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).” How descriptive is this passage of your life? Lord, may it be so for me. In light of this command of scripture to be thankful in all circumstances I thoughtContinue reading “A Prayer of Thanks During Covid-19”
Clarity of Message
A few weeks ago instructions were given by various government agencies that we should be wearing masks when we venture out into the public. Unfortunately for me, the opportunity to purchase any masks was long-gone due to the demand for them. If I were to wear a mask in accordance to government instructions, and keepContinue reading “Clarity of Message”
Concerning the Word of Life 