Affection Speaks

Affection Speaks

The father of the faithful told a half truth (Gen. 20:1-12). His son, Isaac, told less truth than that when he, too, told the Philistine king Abimelech that his wife Rebekah was his sister (Gen. 26:7). Both men were found out, but the record tells that the king saw...
A Permanent Memorial

A Permanent Memorial

It is good to pay tribute to a brave soldier who died many years ago. She fought a good fight and endured many hardships, including criticism from family and friends. Yet Jesus Himself established a memorial in her honor. “Assuredly, I say to you, wherever this gospel...
It’s All You Need to Know

It’s All You Need to Know

Often quoted and perhaps the best-known verse of the New Testament, Jesus’ declaration of God’s love recorded at John 3:16 is a key verse of scripture. Some say that “It’s all you need to know.” It is not uncommon to see the reference on banners at sporting events, on t...
Exhortation Needed

Exhortation Needed

All Christians need encouragement (Heb. 3:13). Christians should be known for their love and good works, but from time to time exhortation is needed.  Exhortation to attend is needed (Heb. 10:25). Why? Because showing up matters! It’s important to be present every...
Be a Lifesaver

Be a Lifesaver

As Christians, children of God, we are a specially called people.  We have been called by the Gospel. II Thessalonians 2:14 says, “Whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.”  We have been called to be different from...