Easter Reflection – The Foolishness of the Cross

          “For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.”  1 Corinthians 1:18 The crucifixion of Jesus Christ on the cross at Calvary is the most glorious and powerful event in the history of mankind.  The cross of Christ was … Read more

Guarding the Truth of God’s Word

 “For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, to testify to the truth.  Everyone who is of the truth listens to My voice.”  John 18:37 Why did Jesus Christ come into this world?  You may say, “He came to save us from our sins.”  And that is right.  You may say, … Read more

Guarding The Tongue

             “Let not many of you become teachers, my brethren, knowing that as such we will incur a stricter Judgment.”  James 3:1 In the Book of James, we find that James warns the early believers to guard their tongue and be careful of how they speak.  For instance, in James 1:19, James says, “Everyone must be … Read more

Drifting Further From The Truth

 “The further a society drifts from the truth, the more it will hate those that speak it.” George Orwell I can still remember sitting in Dr. Robert Reymond’s theology class at Knox Seminary.  We were having a discussion about the church and our country, and the growing conflict between the media and those who believe in Jesus Christ.  Dr. … Read more

The Plans God Has For Us

 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”  Jeremiah 29:11 As Sovereign God, who knows the beginning and the end, and ordains all things to HIs glory, God has plans for His children, those … Read more

Walking in Truth

“He has told you, O man, what is good.  And what does the Lord require of you?  To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”  Micah 6:8 Are you walking in foolishness or wisdom?  Are your steps firmly planted in truth or the lies of this world?  Throughout the … Read more

Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart

 “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”  1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 As we get close to thanksgiving, we are reminded and should remember the many things to be thankful for in our lives.  And this should be most evident for Christians, since we are … Read more

Giving Thanks To God For Our Veterans

 “Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the Name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.”  Colossians 3:17 Being the month of November, it is a special time to give thanks.  It is the time of year when giving thanks naturally comes to mind because of Thanksgiving Day, … Read more

Man Does Not Live On Bread Alone

  Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”  Matthew 4:4 It is amazing how many food shows are on television these days.  All day long you can find a chef or food critic hosting a show about cooking and eating food.  … Read more

The Power of the Gospel

 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.  For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “But the righteous man shall live by faith.” … Read more