“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety upon Him, because He cares for you” (1 Pet. 5:6-7). I confess. I am an incurable mailbox watcher. I have often made the 100-yard trek to the mailbox at my office more than […]
Read More A little patience…This morning we finished reading Psalm 119. One of the great themes of this Psalm is the affection, joy, and love the psalmist has for God’s Word. I shall delight in Your statutes; I shall not forget Your word. (v. 16) Your testimonies also are my delight; They are my counselors. (v. 24) Make me […]
Read More Do you love the Word of God?As the election approaches, there is much discussion about how to think about whether or not to vote and what kinds of issues should weigh most heavily in determining our votes. Here are a couple more resources (in addition to yesterday’s resources) that are worthy of your consideration as you prepare to vote in 18 […]
Read More As the election approaches…I established this blog primarily to create a venue to communicate biblical truth and provide spiritual resources for our church body (and anyone else who cared to listen in). It’s not a personal blog to recount personal accomplishments. But every once in a while I can’t help myself. So here goes: yesterday our daughter, a […]
Read More Personal brag timeTo protect itself from aggressors, the Texas horned lizard (more commonly known as the horny toad) uses some unique defense mechanisms, as the Smithsonian reported a few years ago: When the creature is threatened by a large predator, it runs through an elaborate behavioral repertoire. First, the lizard will hiss and swell its body with […]
Read More Protect yourselfThere has been much discussion among believers in this election year about whether or not to vote. There are many who are discouraged and disenchanted over the political process. Many don’t believe there is a godly and biblical choice (Thabiti Anyabwile is one who has articulated the position particularly well). But John Piper has some […]
Read More John Piper: I Am Going to Vote“To sum up, let all be…brotherly…” (1 Pet. 3:8; NASB) In the past couple of decades a new kind of profession has developed. This professional is, “a blend of consultant, motivator, therapist, manager, and friend. Who are these people? Personal coaches, who help people ‘define and achieve their goals — career, personal, or both.’ Coaches […]
Read More What good is a brother?With our church having begun a weekly prayer meeting again, I was encouraged by reading this post about the significance and importance of weekly times of prayer: Privilege… Community… Edification… Training… Serving… Reminder… Read the rest of Why Should You Go to A Prayer Meeting?.
Read More Why go to a prayer meeting?“Like newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the word, that by it you may grow in respect to salvation, if you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.” (1 Peter 2:2-3; NASB) When our children were younger, we kept a growth chart for them on the inside of a closet door in our […]
Read More Are you hungry?“Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who reside as aliens…according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, by the sanctifying work of the Spirit, to obey Jesus Christ and be sprinkled with His blood…” (1 Pet. 1:1-2; NASB) Though far from my first act of disobedience, it is my earliest recollection of my […]
Read More Obedience and joy“This is a trustworthy statement; and concerning these things I want you to speak confidently, so that those who have believed God may be careful to engage in good deeds. These things are good and profitable for men.” (Titus 3:8; NASB). There is a popular question which debates whether the chicken or the egg was […]
Read More Faith or works?Today only, Tim Keller’s book, The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God is on sale in the Kindle edition for only $2.99. I have not read this book yet, but have read several reviews that spoke very highly of it.
Read More Kindle book sale: The Meaning of Marriage“Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven.” (Ps. 119:89; NASB) So many things in life are transitory and short-lived. While we know God is permanent, stable, and dependable, yet we often still feel unsettled. So this verse serves as an anchor to our storm-tossed souls, reminding us of the faithfulness of God and […]
Read More God’s Word is settledLydia Munn, the wife of one of our missionaries, Jim Munn, along with their daughter Heather, recently wrote a novel about France during World War II. The book, How Huge the Night, is available during the month of October for free in the Kindle edition! Go to Amazon to download your free copy of the […]
Read More Free Kindle book — How Huge the Night“who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed and purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds.” (Titus 2:14; NASB) A few years ago, my wife and I discovered a television show on The Learning Channel which quickly became a favorite — “Junkyard Wars.” […]
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