Good intentions, regular worship, Bible study, do not prevent blindness. Part of our sinful nature instinctively chooses to see what we want to see and to ignore what we want to ignore.

The sovereignty of God is the only foundation for worship in the midst of tragedy.

Forgiveness is God's greatest gift because it meets our greatest need.

God chose to set his love on the Israelites not because of any merit in them but solely because of mercy in him.

Christianity is radically different from every other religion in the world.

Jesus has not given us options to consider. He has given us commands to obey.

Peruse the Christian marketplace, and you will find a plethora of books, songs, and paintings that depict God as a loving Father.