“For the Law was given through Moses, but grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.” John 1:17 This year in my Bible study, we are studying the book of Romans. My group is made up of 16 women of all…
The Least of These
“Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Mark 10:14 Over the weekend, I had the distinct honor of meeting a beautiful, gentle lady from the…
Unity With Diversity
“I urge you, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship.” Romans 12:1 There are no friends like the friends that are forged in the…
Our Omnipresent God
“Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in the depths, You are there.” Psalms 139:7-8 Some years ago,…
The Aroma of Christ
“For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.” 2 Corinthians 2:15 This week in my Bible study, a young woman made a statement that set me thinking. …
The Dynamite of God
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes.” Romans 1:16 The gospel is power! The Greek word is dunamis, from which we get the words…
Hurricanes! Hurricanes!
“For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing,” 2 Corinthians 2:15 Hurricanes have been much in the news lately! The big one in Houston, Texas, was followed by…
The Lord Seeks Worshipers
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in Spirit and Truth.” John 4:24 I knew a pastor who went on a personal retreat to a cabin in the north woods. He was discouraged and wanted to spend…
D.E. Hoste – A Servant of God
“Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:19 Last Sunday in church,…
“He Leads His Sheep”
“He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His names sake,” Psalm 23:3 From time to time we have been going back and unpacking this beautiful Psalm of David, the shepherd king. I think we have only scratched the…