Ephesians 4:1-3 “I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, with all lowliness and meekness, with long-suffering, forbearing one another in love; endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” It is a special thing to be called…
My dad just turned 72 or 73 this year (I know it is one of those) and I won’t be able to be with him on Father’s Day. We did spend a week together back in May and we had a blast laughing and sight-seeing and talking and celebrating several special events! Because tomorrow is…
The book of Acts, strangely enough, opens with closure. Jesus has “shewed himself alive . . . by many infallible proofs” (v. 2) and is shortly to ascend into heaven. Prior to his ascension, He not only proves His resurrection, He also instructs them concerning “the kingdom of God” (v. 2), their need of the…
Romans 1:16 declares that there is power in the Gospel of Jesus Christ to save those who will believe. So what is the Gospel? It is the Scriptural truth that Jesus Christ – the Virgin-born, sinless, Son of God Himself – died for our sins, was buried, and was raised from the dead so that…
Deuteronomy 6 is one of the Mount Everest passages in the Bible, especially for the family. Each of us should review it often and continually aspire to live its principles. One of the “mountain peak” truths found here is that we are to fervently teach our children the Bible. “These words which I command thee…
James 1:26 If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man’s religion is vain. All of us have ample occasions to observe our words and the words of those around us. Especially our own words. Are you that way? This verse always convicts…
The importance of the local church cannot be understated. “Jesus died for the church,” we are told in the Bible. “The gates of hell will not prevail against the church,” Jesus said. The church is as old as the ministry of Jesus Himself and is a vital part of any believer’s success as well…
Dear Friends, Pastors, and Prayer Partners: I have recently returned from seven weeks in Asia. God has given me the opportunity to share the gospel in one of the neediest 10/40 countries in the world. I can humbly report that hundreds of teens, and dozens of adults, responded to the gospel. Hindus, Muslims, and nominal “Christians” put…
I have no idea how many times I have preached from the writings of James! It is a revival book and a powerful one at that. They needed to return to obedience (to do the Word and not just hear it); they needed to deal with the way they were treating people (to have respect…
Happy Valentine’s Day! Bethlie and I hope you and your sweetheart have a wonderful day and that the year ahead is filled with great blessings. Here are some ways that we make every day a Valentine’s Day. Hope they are a blessing to you in your marriage too. We Pray together. Spending a few moments…
Dear Friends: This year has certainly not transpired in the way I had planned. My schedule had me at a youth conference and a family revival in Columbia, MO, both of which I had to cancel because of the home-going of my dear father-in-law. I am thankful that he is with our Savior and that…
I love the book of Philippians. Christ. In. A. Man. In his book, Paul certainly illustrates what living the Galatians 2:20 life looks like. It is a life of purpose: For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain (1:21). It is a life of pleasure: Fulfill ye my joy, that ye…
