The Way Of The Cross Leads Home
There are many ways we might choose to follow in life. The way of materialism is currently very popular, in which the over-riding concern is to acquire more and better…
The Story Of Dick And Jane
Note: Following is a story I wrote and used in a sermon series entitled, “God’s Blueprint for the Home.” This particular sermon was preached on Sunday morning, August 19, 2018,…
Memorizing Scripture
The advantages of memorizing God’s word are many. The Psalmist said, “Thy word have I laid up in my heart, That I might not sin against thee,” (Ps. 119:11). Being…
Your Mansion Is Ready – Are You?
I’ve been thinking lately about mansions and castles. Grand homes of the past which I love to read about, study and tour. I’m not sure why this has been on…
Border Security
I had a spirited conversation with a friend not long ago, who, like many people, has developed some pretty firm views on the issue of “border security.” It can be…
The Invitation
Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek…
Cutting The Roots – But Still Expecting Fruit
Here’s a quote from the U.S. Supreme Court which may surprise you: “Where can the purest principles of morality be learned so clearly or so perfectly as from the New…
Bible Questions And Answers
Question: When and how often should Christians partake of the Lord’s Supper? Why do some churches do this weekly, others quarterly, others annually, etc. Does the Bible shed any light…
Life’s Most Important Question – And How To Answer It
Many important questions confront us in life. Think about it, we must answer where we will live, how we will earn a living, whether or not we will obey the…
What A Father Does For His Children
And ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath, but nurture them in the chastening and admonition of the Lord. (Eph. 6:4) The word “provoke” is sometimes used in the…
Starting On The Path Of Being A Christian
Success in many things depends upon getting a good start. A tree properly planted will be plumb, and under well-considered conditions, so that it may not be deformed or struggling…
I Can!
I can do all things in him that strengtheneth me. (Phil. 4:13) Christians are formidable, optimistic people, not because of any particular ability of their own, but because of whose…
Judging Others
Sometimes we hear it argued that we should never say that a person is wrong in what they believe, or that a particular denomination is wrong. They say, “The Bible…
Things Visitors Notice
I have visited the services of a great many congregations. We have long made it a point to visit when we travel. Over the years, I have been in literally…
Graduation To What?
Graduation is one of the most exciting, hopeful times in life. The graduate stands at the precipice, looking out over the future of their life. It’s a time to pause…
Bible Questions And Answers
Question: How do we know that the Bible is true? I think many people are ignorant and apathetic about the Bible because they really do not believe it is the…
Rainy Day People
In 1975 Gordon Lightfoot released a song with some of my favorite lyrics: Rainy day people always seem to know when it’s time to call. Rainy day people…
What Will The Judgement Be Like?
We are going to a meeting, you and I. We won’t be late. We won’t forget about it or oversleep. Everyone else is going too. It is an appointment which…
