When most folks, Christian or not, think of adoption today, they think of infertile couples who adopt a child. They bring an outsider into their family. This outsider has little to no say in the matter of who will choose them; they do not pick their adoptive parents. This holds true in the often-neglected biblical … More Study – “Adoption” – 10/14/2026
Today we continue our multi-part series on human suffering and God’s role in it. Over the next few weeks, I hope to explore and expand the Doctrine of Human Suffering to provide at least a basic understanding. Section IV: Recommended reading (ebooks) As always, I sincerely desire that this and every post will bless you … More “Human Suffering and God” – Part V – 10/07/2026
Today we continue our multi-part series on human suffering and God’s role in it. Over the next few weeks, I hope to explore and expand the Doctrine of Human Suffering and help you gain at least a basic understanding of it. SECTION III: devotional-type studies As always, I sincerely desire that this and every post … More “Human Suffering and God” – Part IV -10/05/2026
This summer, 02 July – 04 Aug, I had the honor of once again serving with Tribute to Fallen Soldiers NW as we traveled across the United States to honor Gold Star Families. We visited 52 families in 24 days across 18 states. One of the questions I got this year, more than in the … More “Can I Get a Witness” – 08/19/2026
ACTS 17 ACTS 17:26 Today, we are back on one of my favorite topics, Sovereignty, and specifically the Sovereignty of God. The main text I chose (see list of 45 possibilities below) describes God in three ways: Creator – made of one blood… Constant – determined the times before… Control – appointed the bounds… Only … More Study – “Divine Sovereignty” – 08/05/2026
2 Peter 1 2 Peter 1:10 Therefore, believers, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you [be sure that your behavior reflects and confirms your relationship with God]; for by doing these things [actively developing these virtues], you will never stumble [in your spiritual growth and will live a … More “Faith and Assurance” – 07/01/2026
I have not been posting regularly for the past month or so as I have been dealing with some health issues. Nothing “major”, just enough to be annoying. I have good support from family (Bio and Church) and friends that keep me from getting into the doldrums. This is what led me to this topic. … More Study – Discouragement – 04/15/2026
COMMENTS In America today, the minority still tries to drive home the false narrative of a complete separation of church and state. The First Amendment directs that the Federal Government shall not establish a religion nor interfere with the free exercise of one’s religion, with few exceptions (Constitution Annotated. Free Exercise Clause – Overview) America was … More Devotion/Study – “He is Risen!” – 04/06/2026
Flood, the The catastrophic deluge of water that “covered the earth” and from which only Noah and his family and the animals were saved in the ark (Gen. 6–8). The story shows an undoing of creation and a return to primeval watery conditions (Gen. 1:2, 9) from which a new world could begin. Donald K. … More Friday Feature Quote -“The Flood” – 03/27/2026
COMMENT As I glanced over the Beautiful Christian Life January monthly newsletter (attached), I tried to remember the last time I seriously thought about Holiness. I often think of it in the context of God’s sovereignty, but rarely the Holiness of God as its own doctrine or how it applies to you and me. Oh, … More Sunday Sermon Series – “Holiness” – 01/18/2026
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