Devotion/Study – “That’s not Fair” – 01/07/2026

COMMENT I know very little about Mr. McConaughey other than he stars in films. I do, however, agree with his quote, which is germane to today’s Devotional/Study. I am also familiar with folks who feel life is not fair and they are entitled to privileges that are not promised to them by God or the … More Devotion/Study – “That’s not Fair” – 01/07/2026

Devotion – “How Does God Speak to People Today?” – 01/06/2026

One of the most common questions I hear among Christians is, “How can I know God’s will for my Life?” The answer to that question begins with today’s devotional question. Note the links at the bottom to the previous post on God’s will. January 3, 2026/Don Strand/Faith . “How Does God Speak to People Today?” … More Devotion – “How Does God Speak to People Today?” – 01/06/2026

Christmas 2025

FSMandFSMWO prays your hearts are filled with the joy and peace that only comes from our risen Savior, whose birth we celebrate this Christmas. MacArthur’s quote is especially relevant today. Folks either focus on what is in front of them (Manger) and overlook the impact (birth of Creator), or they are so focused on what … More Christmas 2025

Friday’s Feature Quote – “Slander” – 12/18/2025

Once again, my mind wandered, and I forgot to return to this yesterday after dealing with grandchildren. Yet that was beneficial because this morning’s devotional (attached) exemplifies the opposite of slander. COMMENTS Slander, Gossip, and Talebearing are all words the Bible uses to describe a transgression of the ninth commandment. Although there are some differences … More Friday’s Feature Quote – “Slander” – 12/18/2025

Devotion – “Method of Daily Prayer Part XI” –12/16/2025

Today we conclude our series of excerpts from “Matthew Henry on a Practical Method of Daily Prayer.” These will be without the usual comments and study references. My hope is that people will be like the Bereans, as described in Acts 17:11, and will put Henry’s writing to the test. Cut & Paste or Type Method of Daily Prayer in the … More Devotion – “Method of Daily Prayer Part XI” –12/16/2025

Friday Feature Quote -“Misuse of God’s Law” – 12/12/2025

PREFACE I seem to be reading a lot about God’s Law. In a previous post, “Death of the Law,” the focus was on those who deny that God’s law is relevant today. Today’s devotional will examine Romans 7:7-12, focusing on the Misuse of God’s Law. There are many ways one can misuse or abuse God’s … More Friday Feature Quote -“Misuse of God’s Law” – 12/12/2025

Devotion/Study – “Discernment” – 12/08/2025

1 John 4 1 John 4:1 COMMENTS and COMMENTARIES I have often written on this doctrine because I am convinced discernment should be a part of every Christians daily life. It is how we make judgments based upon our Biblical worldview. Look at the progression of Webster’s dictionary below. Note that no negative connotation (discrimination) … More Devotion/Study – “Discernment” – 12/08/2025

Devotion -“The Radicalization No One’s Talking About” – 12/06/2025

COMMENT/COMNTARY The author makes some great points about how liberalism has invaded the ranks of young women in recent years. I am convinced, and he seems to imply this is in large part due to the enormous gains of liberalization within the ranks of Evangelical churches. The following link leads to a September 2025 article … More Devotion -“The Radicalization No One’s Talking About” – 12/06/2025

Friday’s Feature Quote – “Righteous Anger” – 12/05/2025

COMMENTS Three (3) topics within today’s quote need further unpacking. They are Suffering, and the Author of Suffering, and Righteous Anger. Why is it that some within the “ranks” of Christianity falsely claim that believers should not suffer? If they do suffer, then just like Job’s “friends,” they advise that it can only be because … More Friday’s Feature Quote – “Righteous Anger” – 12/05/2025