“….Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 The original Thanksgiving celebration was held by the Pilgrim settlers in Massachusetts during their second winter in America. That first winter had…
What is a Cult?
“Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men….the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ.” Colossians 2:8-9 On a recent medical mission trip, we had the pleasure of working…
A Salute to Veterans
“He blesses the home of the righteous.” Proverbs 3:33 One of the most popular Christmas songs ever written is the song, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” recorded by Bing Crosby. It was written in 1943, World War II was raging…
Peters’ Astonishing Week
“The Jewish believers who had come with Peter were astonished that the gift of the Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles.” Acts 10:45 I have been studying the book of Acts with two different Bible study…
Halloween and Christians
“Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15-16 Halloween, the time of year when the days get shorter, the air is…
What is Truth?
“Jesus answered…..for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth.” “What is truth?” Pilate asked. John 18:37-38 Last week, I attended a fund raiser for a ministry in our community. …
Where Has God Placed You?
“The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ.” 1 Corinthians 12:12 There was trouble in Corinth! For all their…
Memories of the Holy Land
“O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the one who kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not willing.” …
God Qualifies the Called
“Be strong and courageous….for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 I have a plaque on my wall that says, “God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the called.” That might sound like a…
Going and Doing
“Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of His Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely, I am with you always,…