One of the greatest obstacles to understanding and applying Scripture is taking those Scriptures out of their context and applying an unintended meaning to them. Unfortunately, we Christians do that too often. With this week’s posts I want to highlight a few of the more popular verses to take out of context, explain what their … Read More
What if I told you there was a guaranteed way you could make sure God gave you everything you asked for? What if you could know that when you prayed, God would surely answer in the way that you prayed He would answer? You think I’m kidding? I’m not. There is a way. Jesus said … Read More
Each Friday look for a random sampling of quotes I read, shared, or retweeted during the week. Then feel free to comment on ones which “flipped your switch.” “Anything that keeps me from my Bible is my enemy, however harmless it may appear to be.” AW Tozer “In revival Christians will weep over their sins—sins … Read More
“Faith” is one of those words that we often use without thinking about what we mean when we use it. Some will say, “You’ve just got to have faith.” Others talk about choosing “faith” over “fear.” People are often describes as being a “person of faith.” And there are those in the public spotlight who … Read More
I believe the world is in such a mess because the Church is in such a mess. And the church is such a mess because we have abandoned teaching theology. A 2022 study by LifeWay and Ligonier Ministries revealed some shocking misbelief among those who identify themselves as Christians. A recent article from LifeWay Research written by Jen … Read More
Here we are again. The start of a New Year. A couple of things over the last month have put me in a pondering mood at the onset of 2023. My 58th birthday on December 9 reminded me that I have come a long way. Then a week off after Christmas gave me time to reflect back and think forward. … Read More
The Christmas season is notorious for traffic and travel. Over the course of the next couple of weeks, many people will travel great distances to celebrate with loved ones. The highways will be clogged with travellers, any of which will NOT be exhibiting the joy of the season. Hopefully for you, all of the going … Read More
A local car wash sports the slogan: “Relax In Your Car – We Do The Washing For You.” After you pay, an attendant uses a brush to wash your windshield and bumpers. As you to pull forward onto the conveyor you see a sign with the three simple rules. Yes, three simple rules for the … Read More
This week’s Monday Motivation video from Tommy Newberry included a quote from his father that set me to thinking. “Don’t be upset by the results you didn’t get from the work you didn’t do.” (Click here to view the video.) We face opportunities the new year affords, so I want to challenge you again to live intentionally. I … Read More
Dr. Johnston was one of my favorite professors when I was in college. I grew up in a Christian home with my family attending a Bible teaching church. I graduated from a Christian school where I was faithfully taught Scriptural truth from the 4th – 12th grades. College was my first personal encounter with people who did not believe … Read More
