We all have in our lives that special someone that teaches us, from a very young age, important aspects about life that we keep inside our hearts and minds throughout our existence. Well, for me, that special person was my grandfather, may God rest his soul. He introduced me to...
It’s simple. It’s short. Yet it’s incredibly powerful. Proverbs 3:5-6 is one of the most familiar passages in the Bible–with good reason. It sets forth a life-changing truth that is worthy of our attention. Spend three minutes reading this article, and see if you agree.
Read: Titus 2:11-3:2 | Bible in a Year: Genesis 39-40; Matthew 11 [Jesus Christ] gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from every lawless deed. —Titus 2:14 At the church I attend, the Sunday morning service closes with a song based on John Wesley’s words. We sing, “Do...
No matter the events that might happen in this country, political or non-political, make sure you remind yourself that there is always someone much greater whom you can place your trust in. No, I am not talking about a third-party candidate who could have won your vote to the detriment...
Wishing to find out the meaning of life People ask themselves questions such as “Why do we exist?” or “Does my life have a purpose?“. The Bible shows us that our purpose in life is to tie a friendship with God. I invite you to meditate on some fundamental truths...
Forgiveness is the act by which we overlook someone’s mistake. In the Bible, the Greek word translated as “forgiveness” literally means “giving up“, as when a person no longer requires repayment of a debt. Jesus used this comparison to teach His disciples to pray “Forgive us our sins, for we...
Most of the work of God is accomplished through people who are honest with one another, committed to serve one another, and willing to receive wise counsel from one another (Prov. 27:6,17). When we build trust, we will work together smoothly and see God at work in and through us....
Read: Isaiah 49:1-6 | Bible in a Year: Psalms 26-28; Acts 22 For who has despised the day of small things? —Zechariah 4:10 Often I meet with people who serve in what they think are seemingly small ways in small places. They are frequently discouraged by loneliness, feeling that their...
By Haddon W. Robinson Read: Matthew 23:23-28 | Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 45-46; 1 John 2 You . . . have neglected the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faith. —Matthew 23:23 Jesus had some harsh things to say about the religious leaders of His day....
Read: John 7:37-53 | Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 40-41; 2 Peter 3 See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. —Psalm 139:24 Two Florida men charted a course and drove their fishing boat out into the Gulf of Mexico. Using the...