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A Nation Needs Guardrails To Remain Righteous
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(12) Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance. (13) From heaven the Lord looks…
Remember That ‘Good’ Can Come Out Of ‘Bad’
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘<God said,> “I form the light and create darkness, I bring prosperity and create disaster; I, the Lord, do all these…
The 40-Day Challenge: You Can Do It!
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘After Jesus’ suffering, He presented Himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that He was alive. He appeared to them over…
The Real Reason to Celebrate This Holiday Season
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(7) In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace…
Break the hold
The question of Peter (and the disciples) in our passage from yesterday still rings in my ears: “Who then can be saved?” The rich young ruler has…
Never Give Up On The Good Fight!
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.’ (Hebrews 13:8); ‘Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you…
A Balance Between Two Extremes: Where God Wants Us To Act & To Be
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.’ (Proverbs…
Children Are Our Way of Reloading Life; Give Them The Proper Foundation
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will…
We Can Differ, & Still Be Friends In Fellowship
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the…
Don’t get sold a bill of goods
Imagine always wanting to attend a big event, like the Super Bowl or a Taylor Swift concert, in person. You look for tickets…
Fellowship Is Good For Teamwork, & It’s Biblical!
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(24) And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, (25) not giving up…
Saying ‘No’ Is Often An Act of Love (& Patriotic)
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(12b) <Paul writes in his Epistle to Philippi> …continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, (13)…
Remember Why We Celebrate Our Holidays
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘This is how God showed His love among us: He sent His one and only Son into the world that we might live…
Going To Make Disciples: A Duty Of All Christians
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(2) Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. (3) And pray for us, too, that God may open a…
Don’t Fear – Be Prepared When ‘Doom’ Comes Knocking
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘<God said to Israel through Isaiah,> ”For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and…
Don’t Be Frustrated, Be Content In Christ
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be…
Truth Over Tolerance
from Pastor Ron Tipton: Amy and I voted today (dropped off our ballots) for the 2024 election. Since that is done, I wish I could opt out…
Answering The Question, ‘Why?’
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(12b) <Paul writes in his Epistle to Philippi> …continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, (13) for it is God who works…
The Hard Way Is Difficult, But Greater In Learning & Opportunity
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘<Jesus said,>“(13) Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that…
Be Prepared To Be Patient In Waiting For The Lord’s Return
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(7) Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the…
Select A President Who Is Godly & Capable
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘But select capable men from all the people—men who fear God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain—and appoint them as officials…
Don’t Tolerate Sin In Organizations You Support
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.’ (Proverbs 14:12); ‘Do not merely…
Defend Freedom, Defend Jesus – Vote For Truth!
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘(9) Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. (10) Be devoted to one another in…
Giving Thanks – Not Just Reserved For Thanksgiving
Word-Of-The-Day: ‘Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever.’ (1 Chronicles 16:34); ‘A generous person will prosper;…