A Foolish Idolatry

These things indeed have an appearance of wisdom in self-imposed religion, false humility, and neglect of the body, but are of no value against the indulgence of the flesh. Colossians 2:23 NKJV Wisdom – “Knowledge is power.” That’s what they say. But the biblical view is different. The accumulation of knowledge is a dangerous thing.  …

The Necessity of Desire

When the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was desirable to make one wise, she took from its fruit and ate; and she gave also to her husband with her, and he ate.  Genesis 3:6  NASB When – Suppose…

Heart-Less

And I set my mind to know wisdom and to know madness and folly; I realized that this also is striving after wind.  Ecclesiastes 1:16  NJPS Mind – When were you last in the Garden, standing in front of that Tree?  You know, the one that promises knowledge, that tempts you to think you can…

Graduate Degrees

The law of the LORD is perfect, restoring the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. Psalm 19:7 Making Wise the Simple – They are prominently displayed on my office wall.  Five degrees and a certificate for Alpha Kappa Sigma.  Marks of academic achievement from prestigious institutions.  But none of…