Steven Wales

On Races and Racism. Genesis 10:32.

“These are the families of the sons of Noah, after their generations, in their nations; and by these were the nations divided in the earth after the flood” Genesis 10:32. Any thinking Christian should realize the conflicts inherent in racism. First, we know God made everyone and Jesus died for everyone. Remember the song, “JesusContinue reading “On Races and Racism. Genesis 10:32.”

“I Am So Disappointed in You.” Genesis 8:21.

Image generated with A.I. The worst thing I ever heard from my parents was, “I am so disappointed in you.” They said it regularly. It seemed natural to disappoint my parents. I expected to disappoint them. After all, I spent my time trying to please myself. They were collateral damage. But when they said IContinue reading ““I Am So Disappointed in You.” Genesis 8:21.”

IS THERE A CONFLICT BETWEEN SCIENCE AND FAITH? The Research Scientist Psalm. Psalm 111:2.

Do you think there is a conflict between science and faith? I have heard it discussed as though the two fields were opposites, and we must choose one or the other. You can be a science-person or a faith-person, but you cannot be both. However, many of the greatest minds of science do NOT believeContinue reading “IS THERE A CONFLICT BETWEEN SCIENCE AND FAITH? The Research Scientist Psalm. Psalm 111:2.”

Adam and Eve Sinned. Why Was Punishment Delayed? Genesis 5:5.

Image generated with A.I. God tells Adam and Eve not to eat from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil “for on the day that you eat from it, you shall surely die” Genesis 2:17. Next thing you know, the two sin. God shows up, pronounces judgment … and they do not die.Continue reading “Adam and Eve Sinned. Why Was Punishment Delayed? Genesis 5:5.”

Policing the Police. Joshua 8:25.

Nations have long struggled with corruption in government. What if organized crime bosses are paying bribes to the police so officers will look the other way? Who will police the police? What do you do when the justice system is unjust? What can you do when men of God are ungodly? Peter says, “It isContinue reading “Policing the Police. Joshua 8:25.”

God is the Revealer of Mysteries—But Not All Mysteries. Revelation 10:4.

Image generated with A.I. After God called me to law school, I immediately began asking WHY? I was excited, but it seemed important to know why God had sent me there. I prayed about it all the time. Twenty-odd years later, the Lord has not given me a clear answer. I can make educated guesses,Continue reading “God is the Revealer of Mysteries—But Not All Mysteries. Revelation 10:4.”

YOUR ENEMY IS ‘INFINITELY SMALL.’ 2 Thessalonians 2:8.

There’s an old story about an art contest in which competitors were challenged to paint a picture of peace. Most of the paintings were beautiful, idyllic: sunsets, a gentle snowfall, a field of flowers, smiling children. But the winning entry showed a bird against a cliff above a raging ocean. She was nestled in aContinue reading “YOUR ENEMY IS ‘INFINITELY SMALL.’ 2 Thessalonians 2:8.”

Consumables. Deuteronomy 29:5.

As a teen, I often had the soles of my boots repaired. For ten dollars, I could have the hole in a leather boot repaired and wear the boots until I outgrew them. Today having boots repaired has become almost as expensive as buying a new pair. For one pair that I loved, I simplyContinue reading “Consumables. Deuteronomy 29:5.”

LIFE IS FAIR, BUT LIFE IS NOT FAIR ALWAYS. 2 Thessalonians 1:6-8.

As a little junior philosopher, I looked up at my parents and said, “I think maybe everyone suffers the same amount in life, but it comes at different times—but in the end, it all evens out.” My parents were outraged. “That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard,” my dad said. “What about people bornContinue reading “LIFE IS FAIR, BUT LIFE IS NOT FAIR ALWAYS. 2 Thessalonians 1:6-8.”

THE REASON YOU CAN FEAR NOT. Deuteronomy 20:1-4.

Young soldiers marching off to war for the first time are often more excited than fearful. When wars begin, soldiers kiss their sweethearts and board trains, excited about the chance to see the world, have adventures, and win glory. Sure, some won’t come back. But you never believe it will be you. Every young manContinue reading “THE REASON YOU CAN FEAR NOT. Deuteronomy 20:1-4.”