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
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
ROMANS 8 ROMANS 8:28 COMMENT About a decade ago, Grace to You Ministries published one of John MacArthur’s sermons in a series entitled “Frequently Abused Verses.” Our verse for today was the basis for one of them under the title “For What “Good?” Is God Working All Things Together? Why, or how, is this verse … More Friday’s Feature Quote – 01/02/2026
A soldier unresolved to fight, may be easily defeated. Frequently renew settled and holy resolutions. The weakness of our graces, the strength of our temptations, and the diligence of our spiritual enemies—require strong resolutions. Pithy gems from the Puritan Stephen Charnock (1628 – 1680), GraceGems.org COMMENT I can not speak for you, but 2025 was … More New Year’s Resolution(s) – 2026
GENESIS 3 COMMENTS As 2025 comes to a close, I think it is a good reminder to reflect on our failures as men and women to do good consistently. This is not a condemnation, a judgment, but an observation that holds true for me as well as for the rest of mankind. To understand today’s … More Study -All Sin all the Time – 12/31/2025
We must be exceptionally careful in the matter of comparing Scripture with Scripture. The Bible never contradicts itself. We must never base our doctrine upon one statement only; or to put it in another way, our doctrine must never be so formulated as to be in conflict with any other statement of Scripture or to … More Friday Feature Quote – “Why Doctrine Matters” – 12/26/2025
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
Some of my daily followers may have noted my absence the past couple of weeks. I have been battling some minor medical issues that are not life-threatening, are annoying, and require outpatient procedures and bed rest. Through it all, I have had much to be thankful for, a great group of medical staff, friends, and … More Devotion- “Give Thanks” – 11/29/25
We continue 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 search … More Devotion – “Method of Daily Prayer Part IX” – 11/05/2025
COMMENTS Anyone who has spent time in the military understands the need for a good battle plan. Without it, the chances of success are slim, and many lives are lost, either dead or captured by the enemy. Christians, we too must have a daily battle plan. Our enemy may not be found on a map, … More Devotional – “Battle Plan” – 11/04/2025
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