Walking Bibles

Members of the Lord’s Church were once known as “people of the book”. Let us strive to be known as such still to those around us.

The Future of the Church…is Bright

One can worry about what is happening the church locally or world-wide and become depressed and anxious, but when we consider the church we need to remember it’s future is bright!

The Beauty of Grey Hair (Prov. 20:29)

Rather than looking down on older people we need to recognize they have much to offer.

Godly People In A Godless World

Daniel records for us the lives and challenges four Hebrew youths would face in Babylon. Their challenges are similar to ones we may face today so what can we learn from them.

Preaching Christ (Acts 8 )

When one looks at this record of the activities of the early church, we find them busy in proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ; specifically consider the different ways this is spoken of.

The Heart of Paul

Looking at Paul’s heart (his emotion) one can see what he treasured (cf. Matt. 6:21)—he loved others, especially his brethren in Christ, loved the truth, and loved God and such is evident by his tears.

O For A Faith That Will Not Shrink

The result of exercising our spiritual senses unto discernment (cf. Heb. 5:14) should be spiritual growth/maturity that will be seen in our faith, a faith that will not shrink but rather is one that is pleasing to God.

Exercising Our Senses Unto Discernment (Heb. 5:14)

Just as our physical senses can be trained and made more alert, so our spiritual senses must be trained to discern good and evil.

Christian Resolve (1 Cor. 15:58)

Having reminded the Corinthians of the hope and assurance they have in Christ Jesus, Paul asks them to make this resolution, which hopefully we will all make as Christians in the new year and in each new day.

Gifts I Am Thankful For

At a time of year especially known for thankfulness, loving-kindness, and the giving of gifts, I want to reflect on some things that I have been particularly thankful for in this past year with an emphasis on encouraging them even more in the New Year…