In The Beginning

As 2018 begins I thought it an important reminder that before any of us were God in three Persons was. His plan for us has been eternal never changing and we need be reminded to acknowledge His distinct and glorious acts in that and most importantly the Saving Grace brought to all who would believe. … More In The Beginning

Neighborly Love

December 18 Psalms 147:6 The Lord lifteth up the meek: he casteth the wicked down to the ground. The message came to the small town: “I will arrive to select one of you to dine with me. Put on your best behavior. You will be judged accordingly.” The townspeople knew that Jesus was a special … More Neighborly Love

Trapped

December 7 Psalms 142:7 Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise thy name: the righteous shall compass me about; for thou shalt deal bountifully with me. Mikhail was released after seven years in prison. Because of his political views, he had been detained in a small cell, isolated from the other prisoners. … More Trapped

Spurgeon’s advice for suffering Christians

When experiencing trials, Charles Spurgeon made a point to cling to God’s promises. By Ray Rhodes Jr.  Originally published in The Southern Scene Charles Spurgeon’s body slumped beneath the cruel pain of gout and kidney disease. He was downcast in the dark valley of depression. And, he was embroiled in the last great theological battle of … More Spurgeon’s advice for suffering Christians

Evil Speaking

December 1 Psalms 140:11 Let not an evil speaker be established in the earth: evil shall bunt the violent man to overthrow him. The committee was worried. They had elected a new chairman who was becoming vocal about some very unpopular ideas. People were getting the idea that the committee endorsed these ideas, just because … More Evil Speaking

Laboring For God

October 26 Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord; that walketh in his ways. For thou shall eat the labour of thine hands: happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee. Psalm 128:1-2 Jack sat down to supper with his family. Even after twenty years, there was something special about a … More Laboring For God