Materialism: Its Dangers and Remedy (1 Tim. 6:6-19)

This years “Black Friday” has once again shown that our society is afflicted with materialism. While the sales themselves are not necessarily the problem, the way some people act certainly is. So how do we combat this problem in our lives and in our homes?

Psalm 23: The Gracious Shepherd (v5)

The sheep continues to praise the shepherd for the bountiful provision and care that the shepherd provides:

• Article(s):
• The Power of the Gospel by Don Walker
• How Can I Live Today In A World So Corrupt? By Neil Richey
• Psalm 119:97-99 by Eddie Parrish
• Sermons:
• Psalm 23:5 – The Gracious Shepherd
• Materialism: Its Dangers and Remedy (1 Tim. 6:6-19)

O Thou Fount Of Every Blessing

This is one of many songs that remind us we have much to be thankful for and ONE to thank for them, the God of Heaven. Let’s examine some important points that singing it ought to bring to mind:

Psalm 23: The Protecting Shepherd (v4)

The sheep is now pictured as talking directly to the shepherd in praise and thanksgiving for what he does:

• Article(s):
• Strike vs. Speak by Jason Hilburn
• In Everything Give Thanks by Patrick Swayne
• Thankfulness by Tom Moore
• Sermons:
• Psalm 23:4 – The Protecting Shepherd
• O Thou Fount of Every Blessing

Tofu Christians: Imitation Or The Real Thing

One can debate the value of tofu as a food product but it is interesting to note that many people live their lives with some of its same characteristics. Some of these qualities are beneficial in tofu but have no part in the Christian life:

Psalm 23: Watchful Shepherd (v3)

The loving Shepherd is attentive to His flock and ready to act as necessary to save and help His sheep.

• Article(s):
• Onesiphorus by Roger D. Campbell
• Ten Things I Want My Daughter To Know As She Grows by Andy Baker
• Four Brief Rules For Bible Study
• Sermons:
• Psalm 23:3 – The Watchful Shepherd
• Tofu Christians: Imitation or the Real Thing

Nehemiah’s Success

When Nehemiah and the Jews finished the wall of Jerusalem, even their enemies could recognize ―that this work was wrought of our God‖ (Neh. 6:16). Consider a few of the keys to His success as a leader and encourager of God’s people: