Church discipline is an “in-house” discussion. This is why the context of Church discipline and Church membership are often subjects that intertwine. How can we discipline someone out of the church if we didn’t know that they...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
First, let’s admit that the honesty of the Scriptures shows us that some leaders just don’t cut it. “…O My people, your guides mislead you, and they have swallowed up the course of your paths.” (Isaiah 3:12). We have...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
If you were living in Israel in the time of the Old Testament, you would know how much value was placed in a name. The name of your people, the name of tribes and clans, and even households were the representation of legacy and promise. Your name...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Before I make a single point please acknowledge that I love my family and am thankful that God’s providence placed me in the love and care of a Mr. and Mrs. Ham. I am thankful for the privilege of living in a home where the bible was taught...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
The exodus from Egypt has to be a top five, feature in world history. For any Israelite, this event was a defining point in history for an entire nation. It was an event that brought freedom from slavery, victory over oppression, and most of all...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Dear Hyde Park Baptist, I am doing my best in the capacity God has granted me and I do want to be a faithful pastor. Outside the pulpit I sometimes use phrases or say things without really thinking them through. Generally, I am intentional about...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
It’s Christmas 2017. Bells are ringing, lights are flashing, people are singing, bellies are expanding and kids are getting very excited. Yet, while all of this is happening, the current events in our world continue almost unaffected by...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
Please don’t underestimate the importance of this question. This question determines your purpose, your passion, your allegiance, your focus, your speech, your priorities, your boldness, your urgency, your satisfaction and peace, and your...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
I am convinced, but how do I convince others? Christians are commissioned to go into all the world and make disciples of Jesus Christ. How do we help those people see his truth? What about the atheists who are convinced that there is no god? What...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
“Yet it was kind of you to share in my trouble” (Phil 4:14). Sometimes we hear of someone not doing so well and we look for a few spare dollars to help out. After we have been well cared for, it really is not too much to ask to find a...[ abbreviated | read entire ]
