The Asylum (2)

What say we say then?  Are we to continue in sin that grace may increase?  Romans 6:1  NASB Increase – “Obviously, that standpoint is congenial to the notion that sin does not affect or pollute the deepest being of a man.  It only impinges on the periphery of our living.  Sin does not break down…

The Asylum (1)

What say we say then?  Are we to continue in sin that grace may increase?  Romans 6:1  NASB Increase – I guess a “little” grace isn’t enough for some.  God pours out His favor (in Hebrew, hen).  He lifts away the deserved punishment.  He designates us “Not Guilty.”  He calls us His adopted children.  But…

Locust-eater

Jabez called upon the God of Israel saying, “Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my border . . . ” 1 Chronicles 4:10  ESV Enlarge – The Hebrew word is raba.  In most cases this word is about multiplying physical assets.  We find it first in God’s command to His creation, “be fruitful…