Things I Learned on the Farm…Just the Right Tool for the Job
There are always jobs to be done on the farm. From construction to machine mechanics,truly “the farmer’s work is never done.” Some of these jobs are unique, unexpected – things…
Providence
Webster defines “providence” as divine guidance or care; the power of God asdemonstrated in sustaining and guiding human destiny. Unlike the Deists, who believe that Godcreated the universe but does…
Why We Don’t Have “Children’s Church”
Some congregations our size or larger have what they call “Children’s Church” or“Children’s Bible Hour” or some similar name. It amounts to a separate class for young childrenduring the worship…
Highlighting Our Bible School
Our Bible school students regularly study God’s word on Sunday mornings and Wednesdayevenings. They need your encouragement as they strive to build a solid spiritual foundation fortheir lives. We have…
Urgent Preaching Needed
Biblical preaching is not casual in nature, as though people have all the time in the worldto respond. There is an urgency about preaching the gospel. There is an immediate,…
Imagining the Possibilities in 2024
The beginning of a new year is always an exciting time, as we think about the challengesand goals set before us, and the opportunities the Lord provides to accomplish his…
Thanking Friends as the Old Year Ends
As 2023 comes to an end, we look around and realize we have so much for which to bethankful. The Lord has richly blessed us this year, as can be…
Nothing To Do With Christmas
by Roger RushMore than forty years ago, Cleon Skousen wrote The Naked Communist. Skousen began astudy of communism during his 16 years with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Since Mr.Skousen’s…
Christmas Traditions
by Ken Chumbley (deceased) Recently, while traveling in my car, it was announced that they were presenting three carolsperformed by the choir of King’s College, Cambridge, England. What caught my…
Our Plan for Sunday Nights
I am at once concerned and hopeful about Sunday nights. I am concerned because as I writethis article, a good many congregations have ceased having assemblies on Sunday nights alltogether….
Some Biblical Clarity Regarding the Holidays
This time of year we frequently get questions from Christians concerned about pleasingGod. They ask whether they should be observing holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, andothers. I am glad they are…
When You’re Sick
When You’re Sickby Robert C. Veil, Jr.I was sick with a head cold last week, and I very much appreciate Don Deitrick teachingthe adult class and preaching for me Sunday…
Highlighting Our Bible School
We have some amazing students and teachers working diligently in our Sunday morningand Wednesday evening Bible classes. The dedication of our teachers is truly commendable, someof them having taught for…
Bible Questions and Answers
Sometime ago I received the following Bible question, which raises a number of valuablepoints for consideration. I appreciate the sincerity obvious in this question, and I know that manyreaders are…
Report from Freed-Hardeman
As a member of the Board of Trustees for Freed-Hardeman University, it is my privilegeto attend meetings four times each year, and publish a report about some of the encouraging…
A Tribute to Gene Peck
Gene Peck was the best friend I never knew. He has influenced my life greatly, and I oftenhear his voice when I am preparing sermons. I hope to meet him…
Working on My Attitude
Winston Churchill said, “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” Albert Einstein said,“Weakness of attitude becomes weakness of character.” Zig Ziglar remarked that “Your attitude,not your aptitude,…
Highlighting Our Bible School Program
For many years, the Central congregation has offered planned, structured Bible classes forchildren of all ages, which meet on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. These classes aretaught by dedicated members…
