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Is the Bible Alive?

doc — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:00:05 +0000

Recently, I heard again that old excuse, “Well, the Bible is dead! Why should I follow it?” Some people just want any excuse not to believe the Bible, and they will follow any lie that helps them in their disbelief. But is the Bible a dead letter? Let’s examine the evidence. Let the Bible defend [...]

Patience vs. Anger

doc — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:00:40 +0000

A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense. (Proverbs 19:11) How many times have you let the actions or words of another cause you to lose your temper? I saw this lately, and it was NOT a pretty sight. Remember, no one can cause you to lose your temper [...]

My Refuge

doc — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:00:44 +0000

What, exactly, is a refuge? It is a place you go when life becomes too hard to bear, when you are in fear of your life, or when you simply feel that you need the protection of a safe place where troubles cannot reach you. It is a place where you feel safe and secure. [...]

Truth or Liar

doc — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:00:02 +0000

“Well, it was just a little lie, and it made him feel better. What’s the harm?” Yeah, I’ve heard that one before. When I read Romans 1:28-32, I find a list of sins that the Bible says those who practice them are “worthy of death.” This passage does not specify lying, but if you read [...]

I Peter 3:15…Be Ready Always

doc — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:00:58 +0000

In the past, we have discussed the three ways God tells us to do something…direct command, necessary inference, and approved example. If you read I Peter 3:15, you will find it to be a direct command: But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: being ready always to give an answer to any man that [...]

Do You Love the Bible?

trp — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:00:34 +0000

I know we are to love God (Deuteronomy 6:5), our neighbors (Leviticus 19:18), and one another ( I John 3:11); but the Bible? The Psalmist said in Psalm 119:97-99, “O, how I love your Law.” Why? It was what he meditated on day and night. It taught him what God wanted him to know. It [...]

Strong Drink…Alcohol

doc — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:00:56 +0000

Well, Christmas is coming this next Sunday, and then it is only one week to the New Year. Of course, first we have to have New Year’s Eve and its requisite parties. We need to be reminded what God has said concerning the beverages we imbibe on New Year’s Eve. Proverbs 20:1 Wine is a [...]

It’s Christmas Again

doc — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:00:33 +0000

Yes, it is that time of year again. Advertizing firms tells us that it is the time of year to be “jolly,” and to think of ways to spend money on gifts for family and others. Many people will think of Christ only at this time of year. And, finally, there are those who oppose [...]

The Way

doc — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:00:26 +0000

There are many ways to get from here to there…depending on where here is and where there is, right? For example, if I want to go from Virginia to California, I can go on any Interstate Highway…I 10 to I 90, knowing I have to drop southward from several of these. Or I can just [...]

Confusion

trp — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:00:44 +0000

Have you ever been confused? I have, many times. Sometimes, it was what to say in a delicate situation. Sometimes, where to go or how to get there. In school, I often had tests (multiple choice) where I could not decide which answer was correct. I was confused. Why? Because I had not studied, or [...]