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
COMMENTS As Christmas fast approaches, I can think of no better time to consider the Doctrine of Adoption. We, the elect of God, are only able to be called to adoption by the blood of Christ sacrificed at Calvary. It is fitting we celebrate His birth and reflect upon how we become Sons (and daughters) … More Study – “Adoption” – 12/22/2025
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
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
GENESIS 50:20 For the most part, the assassination of Charlie Kirk shocked the nation. Yes, some left-wing nuts attempted to change the scenario, but that is today’s norm. I never met Charlie, but I supported him and his ministry. He had a gift, an ability to stay calm and respond to those who tried to … More Survey – “Charlie Kirk’s Death” – 12/11/2025
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
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