The Vine

What does it mean to live coram Deo?

The phrase means "before the face of God" or "in the presence of God."

The Christian life is not merely believing that God exists. It is living with the conscious awareness that He is present, that He is Lord, and that every area of life belongs to Him.

As Abraham Kuyper wrote:

"He only is the real Christian, who in his own soul, personally, has been struck by the Majesty of the Almighty, and yielding to the overpowering might of His eternal Love, has dared to proclaim this majestic love, over against Satan, and the world, and the worldliness of his own heart, in the personal conviction of being chosen by God Himself, and therefore of having to thank Him and Him alone, for every grace everlasting."

May we live today coram Deo.

From Redeemed Man, edited by Joel Beeke, Paul Smalley, and Richard Phillips, featuring the writings of Abraham Kuyper.

Today we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to others. 🇺🇸

As we reflect this Memorial Day, we’re reminded that sacrificial love points us to the heart of the Gospel. Jesus Himself said, “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” - John 15:13

We are grateful for those who served with courage and sacrifice, and even more thankful for the lasting hope we have in Christ, who gave His life so that we may truly live.

May today lead us to gratitude, humility, prayer, and remembrance.