The Willing Inquirer Attracted by Something
(Third of a Series) Then one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, perceiving that He had answered them well, asked Him,… Read More »The Willing Inquirer Attracted by Something
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Remember Where You Came From
Remind them to be subject to rulers and authorities, to obey, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility to all men. For we ourselves were also once foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving various lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful and hating one another. But when the kindness and the love of God our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of Read More »Remember Where You Came From
Mercy and Compassion Prevail
And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a withered hand. So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal… Read More »Mercy and Compassion Prevail
THE FIFTH COMMANDMENT
The recent bombings at the Boston Marathon highlight once again how quickly life can be lost. Even most of the unbelieving world would recognize that… Read More »THE FIFTH COMMANDMENT
Respect for Religion but with Doubts
(Second of a Series) Then one of the Pharisees asked Him to eat with him. And He went to the Pharisee’s house, and sat down… Read More »Respect for Religion but with Doubts
SECURE WEALTH
Anyone who follows the political scene knows that the United States, the individual states, and the cities are in financial crisis. Politicians talk the subject… Read More »SECURE WEALTH
“Spot Your Own Plank First”
I’ll never forget the day I was working underneath my rusty, little pickup truck. I was foolishly banging around on the muffler without wearing any eye… Read More »“Spot Your Own Plank First”
“Spiritual Nones”—Some Thoughts
Recently this writer, a pastor, caught some self-described “non-denominational Christians” off guard. In connection with a pre-marriage counseling class, we remarked to the couple: “More… Read More »“Spiritual Nones”—Some Thoughts
“Strong Marriages [are] Key To Social Ills”
To the statement in our title we might say, “Duh!” Is this news?
To some it apparently is. The quote was the headline of an article in a local newspaper a few years ago. The director of a local social organization said, “There is a lot of research and studies that show healthy marriages are an indicator of children doing better.” She also said, “We are not saying marriage. We are saying healthy marriages.” The group’s concern was the increase in teenage motherhood, the divorce rate, and families living in poverty.Read More »“Strong Marriages [are] Key To Social Ills”
“This is most certainly true!”
PART THREE OF A SERIES 3) God is my Preserver and Provider Have you ever had a “near death” experience? If so, perhaps it involved… Read More »“This is most certainly true!”