Fight the good fight of faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses —1 Timothy 6:12 ESV We today frequently hear of technology that is innovative and complex. In just a few years we have advanced from … [Read more…]
In this modern age we have so many conveniences that save us time. The list is so long that I will not even start it. Think about it, and you will have a very long list of your own. The question I have is: What are we doing with the extra time “saved”? It is … [Read more…]
Jesus said it. How seriously do we take it? What do we get from this ultra-bright star among the constellation of Beatitudes? Does its challenge to perfect purity make us stop, think, and examine ourselves? “Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God” (Matt. 5:8). “Heart” in the Bible usually meaning the … [Read more…]
Several years ago Ted Turner, a well-known entrepreneur, called Christianity a “religion for losers.” Later he retracted his comment and apologized for his words. Though his words were derogatory and should not have been said in that context, I think the words he spoke were right. True religion is for losers—losers who want to WIN. … [Read more…]
During the current pandemic, with the “stay home” rules, home remodeling is everywhere. It is one way to cure cabin fever—and improve the cabin at the same time. It is a time to do some of those jobs that have been waiting almost from “forever” for lack of time. But even before this, one of … [Read more…]
I have been reading about the walls that were built around cities in Bible times. The people of the city depended on these strong walls to keep them safe from attackers. Above the walls they built towers. The towers served as places of refuge should the enemy breach the walls. Provisions were stored in the … [Read more…]
A parable of the virtuous life I want to take you with me today as I visit this quaint dear lady from long ago. So that you know who she is, I will give you a few get-acquainted facts about her: Her price is “far above rubies” – Proverbs 31:10 Her praise: “Her children rise … [Read more…]
At the beginning of our life we do not have the right to ask for anything because we have not earned, attained or achieved anything. But God gives us our lifetime to prove our worth, and in return He promises us a share in rewards far beyond anything that we may imagine. How is this … [Read more…]
“Keep thy heart with all diligence, for out of it are the issues of life….Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life” (Prov. 4:23 KJV; NIV). As we get older, we all get more concerned about keeping our physical heart in good repair. With the increase in medical knowledge, more … [Read more…]
God’s Word teaches us that we have the ability—and the responsibility—to pick and choose what we let our minds dwell on. It is exciting to realize that we can have control over our words, our moods and our attitudes when we choose what we think about. When we take the advice of the Apostle Paul … [Read more…]