by Matthew Elliott | Feb 18, 2021 | Writings
As we get into a new year at Oasis International, there are so many things to be grateful for – we have seen God walk with us as we equip people in Africa for effective discipleship. When I reflect on this monumental work, I am particularly reminded of the Lord’s...
by Matthew Elliott | Apr 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
The Bible tells us, “Don’t worry,” “Fear not!” How do we do this practically? In this 7 day YouVersion devotional based on research about feelings in the New Testament, author Dr. Matthew Elliott explains what fear is. When is it healthy? When can we banish it...
by Matthew Elliott | Nov 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
The following paper was originally presented at Evangelical Theological Society conference in November 2011. Abstract: In the Scriptures, there is a pattern of both a full expression of sorrow and hope in the same passage. Often, we neglect the expression of strong...
by Matthew Elliott | Oct 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Mostly I wanted to share this Psalm and let is speak for itself, but I will add a few thoughts here and there. The Psalmist seems to start out so positive, so pumped about God and all he does for us. There are no illusions of power; we do not accomplish anything in...
by Matthew Elliott | Jun 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
I read both the following quotes on the same day and was struck by them. Is God trying to get through? I am a task completer, want closure, need to have attained the goal. But as life goes on, I learn how impossible that is in the total picture – the ebb and flow...
