Book Review – The Deep Things of God

"The Deep Things of God," by Norman Grubb, Zerubbabel Press, Blowing Rock, NC, 128 pages. Bottom line up front - Norman Grubb is among the most important writers of the 20th century when it comes to the life of Christ in us. He understood the implications of our salvation, sanctification, indwelling, living by faith alone, …

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The Illumination of the Holy Spirit

"He reveals the deep things of darkness and brings utter darkness into the light." Job, recorded in Job 12:22 "He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him." Daniel, the prophet, recorded in Daniel 2:22 “I have much more to say to you, more than you can …

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Hearing God Speak – The Mind of Christ

This is a second installment in a series on the Biblical priority given to a conversational relationship with the Holy Spirit within us. The previous post was published February 6. Paul wrote to the Corinthian believers that we have the mind of Christ – how will He make us of that mind if He does …

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How Shall We Press On to Know Our God?

Some people, when the conversation turns to intimacy and communion with their God, light up and become energized.  It is clear they enjoy their God, and long for the consciousness of His presence.  John Piper said this; “But to enjoy him we must know him. Seeing is savoring. If he remains a blurry, vague fog, …

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