This past Sunday in adult Sunday school we discussed Titus 3:1-2 and Romans 13, Paul’s command to obey our (God) appointed civilian leaders at all levels. This does not mean to blindly follow them, nor to be silent on issues that obviously are in opposition to the Bible and the welfare of the people. However, … More Biden: Fenced in after a Year of Failure
This is not the Racism of the old South, the pre-MLK Jr., and civil rights movements of the ’60s. As the article points out: “It’s not those horrible, nasty, bigoted, misogynistic, authoritarian nationalists on the right who are imposing these crushing rules and policy prescriptions; it’s the woke left.“ There is systemic racism in America, … More How to End Systemic Racism
Prayer Series XLV We continue with excerpts from Reformed Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer. Matthew 6:5-15, Luke 11:2-4 The Petitions (continued) And lead us not into temptation And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Temptation is anything . . . that . . . has a force or efficacy to draw the mind and … More Devotional Thought for Today – 02/28/2022
Prayer Series XLIV CONTEXT: Matthew Henry breaks down this Psalm as follows: The psalm is a prayer, a solemn address to God, at a time when the psalmist was brought into distress by the malice of his enemies. Many such times passed over David, nay, there was scarcely any time of his life to which … More Sunday Sermon Series – 02/27/2022
Two things about this article. First I would always encourage all folks to be Bereans Acts 17:11 and search out the scripture on their own that they read, hear, or are taught. This is a means to build oneself up in the Word and to ensure, the accuracy of what is being shared. Secondly, as … More Less Than Half of Americans Find Pastors to Be ‘Trustworthy Sources of Wisdom,’ Research Finds
Prayer Series XLIII This morning I found this in my inbox and thought it worth sharing. What difference does prayer make? There is a lot of division in America today, even among Christians. But prayer can, and should, unite us. In Ephesians 4:3 we’re reminded to “diligently keep the unity of the spirit in the … More Devotional Thought for Today – 02/26/2022
First, let me clarify something. We have been in the “end times” that is the time of Christ’s anticipated return, since the day of His departure. Are we closer to that day, NO ONE KNOWS! All of Matthew 24, but especially Matthew 24:34-38, make it clear (among other scripture) that only the Triune God Himself … More Does the Bible say anything about Russia in relation to the end times?
Prayer Series XLII We continue with excerpts from Reformed Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer. Matthew 6:5-15, Luke 11:2-4 The Petitions (continued) As we forgive those who trespass against us [Here] we are taught the great importance of a forgiving spirit . . . It fills a prominent place in the Lord’s Prayer. The only profession we make in … More Devotional Thought for Today – 02/25/2022
Prayer Series XLI We continue with excerpts from Reformed Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer. Matthew 6:5-15, Luke 11:2-4 The Petitions (continued) And forgive us our trespasses… Who are meant by us, for whom forgiveness is asked? Ourselves: for every man is in the first place to be concerned for his own pardon . . . Others also, not … More Devotional Thought for Today – 02/24/2022
In Ephesians 4:1, the apostle Paul exhorts the Ephesian church to “walk worthy of the calling with which you have been called.” This verse is a call to sanctification—a command to live in such a way that your lifestyle is marked by obedience that matches your identity in Jesus Christ. This pursuit of sanctification, which … More Obsessed with Sanctification: William Wilberforce
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