Friday Feature Quotes – “Sabbath” – 05/09/2025

. COMMENT/CONTEXT The first thing I think we need to establish is what the Sabbath is: SABBATH (שַׁבָּת, shabbath). A day of complete rest from secular work following six days of labor. Established and modeled by God. Bryan C. Babcock, “Sabbath,” in The Lexham Bible Dictionary, ed. John D. Barry et al. (Bellingham, WA: Lexham … More Friday Feature Quotes – “Sabbath” – 05/09/2025

Devotional Thought – “No One” – 04/02/2025

Romans 3 Romans 3:10–11 COMMENT and CONTEXT Do you remember yesterday’s devotional when we unpacked Hosea 10:12? We focused on the last two phrases: it is time to seek the LORD, until He comes and rains righteousness on you. Looking at today’s text, we should easily see the contradiction in the Bible. Hosea calls people to … More Devotional Thought – “No One” – 04/02/2025

Friday’s Feature Quote – “Abundance” – 02/14/2025

ABUNDANT LIVINGThe whole secret of abundant living can be summed up in this sentence: “Not your responsibility but your response to God’s ability.” —Carl F.H. Henry (1913-2003), American evangelical theologian Bible Truth Behind the Quote: Paul, who knew he was weak in himself, said, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me” (Philippians … More Friday’s Feature Quote – “Abundance” – 02/14/2025

Devotional “Xmas” and “eXpenses” – 12/24/2024

It is the time of year to be bombarded with banners like the one above. Turn any city block ask any retailer and it’s the season to spend, spend, and spend more. Of course, extravagant spending always has consequences, but many are overlooked in the name of “I gotta have it”, or “Keeping up with … More Devotional “Xmas” and “eXpenses” – 12/24/2024

Friday Feature Quote – Prayer” – 11/22/2024

PRAYING HARD You should find this to be God’s usual course: not to give his children the taste of his delights till they begin to sweat in seeking after them. —Richard Baxter (1615-1691), English Puritan church leader Bible Truth Behind the Quote: Luke 11:5-10 records Jesus’ parable about prayer in which a person knocked on … More Friday Feature Quote – Prayer” – 11/22/2024

Devotional/Study – “Anger” – 11/16/2024

Everyone gets angry unless you are not human; it is part of our sinful nature. Since Tuesday, November 5th, the election results have outraged many people. The question is, is it justified and how should we as Christians handle our and others’ anger. I chose some of my favorite studies from Got Questions Ministry for … More Devotional/Study – “Anger” – 11/16/2024

Thursday Thoughts- “Cessationism” – 10/03/2024

We have all seen or heard of those evangelists who promise those in the audience that if they just have enough “faith” and come forward to have hands laid upon them they will be “healed”. It is so emotionally charged, hyped, and over-the-top showmanship that folks forget, it is all about God and not about … More Thursday Thoughts- “Cessationism” – 10/03/2024