The History Of Grace

Scripture If the Lord had not been on our side when people attacked us, they would have swallowed us alive when their anger flared against us…the raging waters would have swept us away. ~Psalm 124:2,3,5 NIV Quote “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in…

Mountain Dew

Scripture Harmony is as refreshing as the dew from Mount Hermon that falls on the mountains of Zion. ~Psalm 133:3, NLT Quote Dew brings life to the plants which brings forth beauty and fruit. ~David Wood Wiersbe I think I was in my early teens when the soft drink Mountain Dew came out. I do…

The Arrogance of Pride

Scripture “I, the LORD, will punish the world for its evil and the wicked for their sin. I will crush the arrogance of the proud and humble the pride of the mighty. ~Isaiah 13:11, NLT Quote Pride is a snake in the grass: before you see it or know that it is present, you feel…

Servant Leaders

Scripture The older counselors replied, “If you are willing to be a servant to these people today and give them a favorable answer, they will always be your loyal subjects.” ~I Kings 12:7, NLT Quote The person who lacks the knowledge of what it means to be under authority has no right to be in…

The Truth Will Endure

Scripture For His merciful kindness is great toward us, And the truth of the LORD endures forever. ~Psalm 117:2, NKJV Quote “In the age of information, ignorance is a choice.” ~ Donny Miller As I was praying a few mornings ago, the thought crossed my mind, “How would the modern media cover the crucifixion of…

The Criminal Element

Scripture “In their ungodly disrespect for God they bring destruction on their own lives. ~Proverbs 1:19, Passion Bible Quote “There is no dignity in wickedness, whether in purple or rags.” ~Herman Melville John Phillips was a preacher slash Bible scholar. He translated the NT into everyday language and has wrote many commentaries. He is the…

A Sad Story

A Sad Story

Scripture “For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world,and forfeit his soul? ~Mark 8:36, NLT Quote True joy cannot be found aside from Jesus Christ and His will for your life. ~Charles R. Erdman I had the grave side Sunday of one of my sisters friends. They ran together some when…

Don’t Sting Like A Bee

Scripture They swarmed around me like bees;     they blazed against me like a crackling fire.     But I destroyed them all with the authority of the Lord. ~Psalm 118:12, NLT Quote The greater the darkness, the more people appreciate and are drawn to the light of a good countenance and a joyful spirit. ~Charles R. Erdman…

Blessed Are The Persecuted

Scripture Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. ~2 Timothy 3:12, NKJV Quote “Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Scriptures or by clear reason…I cannot and will not recant anything, since it is neither safe nor right to go against conscience. Here I stand, I…

The Age Of Disposal

Scripture Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good!     His faithful love endures forever. ~Psalm 118:1, NLT Quote “Nothing, down here {on earth} last forever.” ~John Philips The quote is generally true but there is at least one exception and that is the LOVE of God. Most things here on earth will perish. We…