Tag: Wisdom

Devotional Thoughts – “Builders” – 08/08/2024

August 8, 2024

PSALM 127 PSALM 127:1 CONTEXT/STUDY OVERVIEW: This psalm emphasizes humanity’s dependence on God, and each of our Reformation-era exegetes develops this theme in their commentary. However, they emphasize various aspects and implications of this theme, including the vanity that comes when God’s blessing is not valued, God’s blessing of children, and the didactic function of … More Devotional Thoughts – “Builders” – 08/08/2024

Devotional Thoughts – Worldly Things – 08/06/2024

August 6, 2024

In this age of hyper-consumerism folks live for themselves more than ever before in history. I do not believe the Bible teaches against having “world” possessions as some say. It clearly states however that a ravenous desire for material things is unholy. The illustration below while comical makes the point that we need to build … More Devotional Thoughts – Worldly Things – 08/06/2024

Devotional Thought – “Our Nature” – 08/01/2024

August 1, 2024

ROMANS 5 Romans 5:17 CONTEXT OVERVIEW: Having argued for justification by faith alone, these early modern commentators now turn to explore Paul’s explication of the benefits of being justified by God. First, we have peace with God. Because of what Christ has done, our consciences can be at rest, no longer striving to earn God’s … More Devotional Thought – “Our Nature” – 08/01/2024

Sunday Sermon Series – “Ten Commandments” – 07/28/2024

July 28, 2024

Last week I woke up to this article in my daily news feed: Breitbart News: Poll Shows 80% of Americans Fear U.S. Is ‘Spiraling’ Out of Control Post-Assassination Attempt. These folks fear the once seemingly tranquil life America offered, even promised to so many has vanished forever. I offer a simple explanation for America’s apparent death … More Sunday Sermon Series – “Ten Commandments” – 07/28/2024

Devotional Thoughts – Discernment; Knowledge; Self-Control – 07/24-2024

July 24, 2024

WISE, WISDOM—a moral rather than an intellectual quality. To be “foolish” is to be godless (Ps. 14:1; comp. Judg. 19:23; 2 Sam. 13:13). True wisdom is a gift from God to those who ask it (Job 28:12–28; Prov. 3:13–18; Rom. 1:22; 16:27; 1 Cor. 1:17–21; 2:6–8; James 1:5). “Wisdom” in Prov. 1:20; 8:1; 9:1–5 may … More Devotional Thoughts – Discernment; Knowledge; Self-Control – 07/24-2024

A Renewal of Hope for One Nation Under God 

July 23, 2024

Dr. Os Guinness, a notable social critic and author, shares about the moral crossroads in America and the challenges Christians face to preserve freedom while seeking repentance and spiritual renewal nationwide. He talks with Jim about how you can help keep America from decline through the institution of the family and the rebirth of true … More A Renewal of Hope for One Nation Under God 

“Should Christians Get Political?”

July 22, 2024

We hope you enjoyed our new What Would You Say? video series on voting, elections, and religious liberty. The 2024 election has many Christians disillusioned and weary of politics. The stakes feel high, but positive change seems nearly impossible. More than ever, Christians need clarity on how to approach politics while maintaining their faith and witness. If you want to … More “Should Christians Get Political?”

Devotional Thought – “Your Heart?” – 07/20/24

July 20, 2024

Are You a Good Steward of Your Heart? BIBLE VERSE CONTEXT: GOD’S Sovereignty over man’s heart. The plans of the heart belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord (16:1).  THE ǁpreparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD.Men can neither think nor … More Devotional Thought – “Your Heart?” – 07/20/24