If there is a common fault among us, it would seem to be that of speaking words that hinder more than help those who hear us. Haven’t we all said, “I wish I had not said that,†or “I wish I had said that differently� Who is not stricken by... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
It is appropriate to be concerned about tragedies among our loved ones, declining conditions of the world, the lost condition of those around us, and the sins that cause such turmoil in lives. But, even with those surroundings, it is possible to be... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Becoming a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ is a serious commitment. Many are infatuated with the prospect of being included in the enthusiastic throngs who are called by His name, but often that excitement dies out. Why? Matthew 8:19 “And... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
To seek the kingdom of God in our age would mean that I am to search after the fulfillment of my obligations and duties as a citizen of the spiritual government of God. God has a plan for each citizen in the current age and each one must search for... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Just thinking about people, problems, and possibilities. I prayed today for one man who has cancer and the doctors have no plan that will save his life and he tells me on the phone that he’s in good spirits because the Lord is in control. ... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
In our pop culture, it seems that producing babies, cohabiting, and playing house when it’s fun is challenging the traditional Christian concept of the family. In fact, Christians are adopting many of the world’s ways of approaching... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Learning to love people is not a piece of cake. The distasteful habits of others grate on our nerves and the sinfulness of some repulses us to the point of despising them if we allow it in our heart. Yet, it is love for the unlovely that attracts... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
It comes to the mind of the backslider to return to the Lord, but then he has that uneasy feeling that he’s just gone too far to turn back toward home. Like the Prodigal Son, you tried the world and its enticements, but it left you empty and... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
