Recent Posts from Roots by the River

Principles of War: Concentration, part 1

 “I git thar fustest with the mostest.” - attributed to Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest“For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them.” [...]

Everyday Holiness: Giving, part 2

 Giving should not be legalistic (e.g., tithing only). Nor should it be anti-legalistic (anti-tithing). Jesus spoke to both of these when He said in Luke 11:42, "Woe to [...]

Everyday Holiness: Giving, part 1

Love has first priority in the Bible. It is the most important and most comprehensive fruit of the Spirit. It is the first commandment, and it is the [...]