Straight up, I’ve got to say that I’m not certain about the identity of “the angel of the Lord.” The Bible isn’t definite about it. However, there are some indicators as to who the angel is. I’ll list three of … Continue reading
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My guest, M. S. Lowndes, expresses the necessity, sweetness, and value of having God’s compassion in the heart. Motivated From The Heart We can do all the right things And be eloquent in what we say, But if … Continue reading
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” Hebrews 12: … Continue reading
Throughout my Christian life, whenever I’ve heard scholars, preachers, laity, speak to the authorship of the book of Hebrews, it’s almost always said that nobody (here on earth) really knows who wrote it. Invariably though, that statement is followed with … Continue reading
In 2 Thessalonians 2: 10-12, we learn that in the end time, God will send a strong delusion upon the earth. It’s directed towards a certain group of people as a condemnation. The reason God does it is because this … Continue reading
Overseers of a church – bishops, pastors, elders, deacons, deaconesses, whatever – are to be above reproach. That means they must be above or not engaged in anything that would bring shame or disgrace to themselves or to the body … Continue reading
We Christians see it everywhere— people showing no fear of God, or even denying that He exists. When He’s brought to their attention, they show disdain in their body language and ridicule in their insulting words. They don’t care about … Continue reading
A Sunday school teacher was discussing the Ten Commandments with her five and six-year-olds. After explaining the commandment to “Honor thy father and thy mother,” she asked “Is there a commandment that teaches us how to treat our brothers and … Continue reading
Sin begins with a thought, doesn’t it? We first think about it, then put it into action. Once it’s in action, there’s a good chance it’ll become habit forming. That makes it hard to get rid of. So it’s best … Continue reading
Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. Hebrews 13: 4 Married couples are to honor the purity of their relationship by not having sexual … Continue reading
One night per year, the government sanctions a 12-hour period in which citizens can commit any crime they wish — including murder — without fear of punishment or imprisonment. The above is a brief description of the recently opened movie … Continue reading
The apostle Paul was blessed with tremendous insight into the truth. I think that through him, more than any other person, we get an understanding of the significance of Jesus’ worth. I would rank the apostle John as 1a. Paul’s … Continue reading
Concerning the location of Jesus’ birth, the Bible clearly says that it was in Bethlehem. It also says that because the inn in Bethlehem was full, Jesus wound up being born in a manger. Though the Bible doesn’t specifically mention … Continue reading
For three and a half years, Jesus taught His disciples and varying crowds. But you know what? He, in that span of time, couldn’t have and didn’t cover every possible scenario and circumstance. The same can be said of the … Continue reading
This poem by guest writer, M. S. Lowndes, speaks to taking the fragrance of God’s grace everywhere we go. The Fragrance Of Grace We are your children, Lord, Saved by your precious grace And walking in your victory, … Continue reading
Before this world’s beginning, God had a plan for it. Throughout the course of Old Testament history, some details of that plan were released to the Jews. Released was enough to help them know the existence of God; that He … Continue reading
All Christians believe that the Bible is the Word of God. However, there is a split as to how the Word was transmitted to man. Some Christians believe in a transmission process called the Dictation Theory. Others, the majority of … Continue reading
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12: 2. The above … Continue reading
When weather disasters occur – like the recent Hurricane Arthur that landed on America’s east coast – this question is often asked: Who is responsible – God or Satan? The question assumes that one or the other always directly causes … Continue reading
One Liners 1. Two antennas meet on a roof, fall in love and get married. The ceremony wasn’t much, but the reception was excellent. 2. Two hydrogen atoms walk into a bar. One says, “I’ve lost my electron.” The other … Continue reading
Faith in Jesus is the only thing that matters. It is only in Him that we are justified as innocent. When faith is placed instead in the law, Mosaic or even God’s Ten Commandments, one falls away from the power … Continue reading