Category: God

The story is told of a lawyer who had successfully handled a difficult law case for a wealthy friend. Following the happy outcome of the case, the friend and client called on the lawyer, expressed his appreciation of his work …

Jesus the Humble Servant Read More »

Saul of Tarsus, a persecutor of the church, became a Christian. The Bible tells us simply that Saul spent certain days with the disciples in Damascus (Acts 9:19). These first days would have been eventful. 1. Saul showed fruits of …

3 Lessons From Saul’s First Days as a Christian Read More »

It has been a long time since I have heard anyone say, “Attend the church of your choice.” However, for most, finding a church home is still overwhelmingly about what makes them happy. For decades faithful gospel preachers have resoundingly …

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I love the song Take Time to Be Holy. It indicates that time and effort must be offered on our part for holiness to be achieved. Of course man cannot save himself by meritorious works (Galatians 2:16). However, my obedience …

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From time to time we sing the wonderful words, “I have decided to follow Jesus.” What great sentiments to express! I always want to be known as the type of person that will put obedience to my Lord as my highest priority. However …

I Have Decided to Make Excuses Read More »

The temperatures in North Texas are finally getting up to where they normally are in what has been a very strange year of weather so far. That means it’s hot outside, a fact that hasn’t escaped anyone. If I spend …

It’s Hot! Read More »

Isaiah gives us some interesting insight into the events of his calling to be a prophet of God in the sixth chapter of his book. He is given the special privilege of seeing the throne room of God. His first …

Here Am I, But Don’t Send Me Read More »

Amos deals with the great sin of the people of Israel and is expressing God’s frustration in the fourth chapter. Despite all manner of punishments God had already levied upon them, there was no repentance found. Therefore Amos utters, “Prepare …

Prepare to Meet Thy God Read More »

When we first come into the world, we are in our most dependent state. We need parents or other providers to feed, clean, and look after us. As we get older, we become more independent and begin to rely on …

God: Why Do We Need Him? Read More »

It would be be very difficult to develop a list or manual describing what every Christian ought to be. Any publication containing less than the whole of the Bible would be inadequate and any containing more would be unauthorized (Revelation …

Every Christian Should Be… Read More »