Don Remember to Do Good and Share “But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased” (Hebrews 13:16). Some of us might make the mistake of giving ourselves to religious service in reading the scriptures, praying, worshipping in the assembly, living a moral life and standing for … Read more
What Is Faith? “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for , the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1, NKJV) I have underlined two key words that make up this definition of faith as it is used in the Bible. A variety of words are used to express the meaning in other translations. Note the following: confidence —- … Read more
Temptation Simplifying does not answer all questions but it can make a complicated matter easier to handle. We all struggle with temptation. We have trouble resisting and doing right. Remember: Temptation is powered by wanting to do what I want to do. Hear God in James 1:14. “But each one is tempted when he is … Read more
Who is in charge of the church? Who is making decisions about morality and teaching? Who is deciding what kind of organizational structure will guide the church? Who is shaping the worship? Who sets the mission or the objective of the church? Who says how a person is to be saved and added to the … Read more
The Resurrection and Me 1 Corinthians 15 — A great text for your own personal study. Work on it. I’ll start you… The entire chapter is about the resurrection. The resurrection of Jesus from the dead and the reality of our subsequent resurrection. Verses 1-11 The resurrection is the key element of the gospel. The … Read more
Christ – A prophet without honor? Mark 6:1-6 After returning to the western shore of the sea of Galilee, Jesus visits his hometown — Nazareth. On the Sabbath He took his turn to speak from the scriptures. The people were astonished at His teaching. They wondered where He learned these things and were amazed at … Read more
Disciples of Christ must not sin! “If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died , and your life is hidden with Christ in God … … Read more
What does a true messenger of God look like? To answer this question I take you to a text in which Paul describes his attitude and conduct — 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12. You should read it carefully and get to know the apostle Paul. What do we learn about Paul? What should we expect from messengers … Read more
November. Gone already? The year 2022 is already approaching its conclusion. Wow. Was it as busy a year for you as it was for me? I’m sure it was. Everybody is busy. The more important question: Have I taken care of the most important things this year? Did I do the things that matter most? … Read more
How important is the Bible? I believe it to be, literally, the word of God. If it is the word of God, consider the following. “God said, ‘Let there be light; and there was light’” (Genesis 1:3). Each part of the creation of this universe was accomplished by His word. When God speaks, His word … Read more
