Recent Posts from Roots by the River

Discerning Love

“And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and may [...]

Love Each Other Deeply

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins” (1 Peter 4:8). This is not saying that love overlooks sin. Love sees sin, [...]

Principles of War: Obedience, part 3 of 3

Is there an upper limit to obedience in the Christian life? Is there a “danger above and beyond the call of duty”? Can we volunteer beyond the highest [...]