by Don Metznik | Aug 2, 2026 | Short Provocative Thoughts
“The typical view of the Christian life is that it means being delivered from all adversity. But it actually means being delivered in adversity, which is something very different.””God does not give us overcoming life— He gives us life as we...
by Don Metznik | Aug 2, 2026 | Short Provocative Thoughts
“You have tested my heart; You have examined me at night. You have tried me and found nothing evil; I have determined that my mouth will not sin.”Psalm 17:3 (Holman Christian Standard Bible) Sadly, we know that David’s will was not sufficient to keep...
by Don Metznik | Aug 2, 2026 | Short Provocative Thoughts
Sympathy says, “I’m sorry you’re hurt,” and it stops there. Empathy is a deeper commitment that says, “I hurt with you.” But compassion says, “I will do anything it takes to stop your hurt.” (Rick Warren)Growing toward compassion is growing...
by Don Metznik | Jul 31, 2026 | Short Provocative Thoughts
The full Scripture is:”I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.” John 17:23Most Bible commentaries focus on the unity of the Church of...
by Don Metznik | Jul 31, 2026 | Short Provocative Thoughts
Worshiping God is not a task to do or a chore to complete and check off. It is a must-do, not for God but for ourselves. There is no other way to remain whole and experience the abundant life.