We are still listening to what the Holy Spirit has to say to the churches. This message from Christ certainly … More
Tag: Love
Christ and the Churches: Part 1 (Revelation 2:1-11)
If you have ever moved to a new community and had to select a new church home, you know how … More
Jesus, the Unwelcomed Lover (Luke 13:31-35)
Have you ever had your love rejected? It hurts when someone rejects your love, whether you are 13, 23, or … More
Effective Prayer (James 5:13–20)
The gift of speech is a marvelous blessing, if it is used to the glory of God. Prayer is certainly … More
3 Attitudes Toward the Will of God: Part 2 (James 4:13–17)
In Part 1, we looked at the first two attitudes toward God’s will: ignoring and disobeying. Today, we will look … More
False Faith (James 2:14–19)
Faith is a key doctrine in the Christian life. The sinner is saved by faith (Eph. 2:8–9) and the believer … More
Favoritism Forbidden, Walking the Talk: Part 2 (James 2:8–13)
In Part 1, we learned James examines four basic Christian doctrines in the light of the way we treat other people. Today, we … More
Helpers in the Ministry (Philippians 2:19–30)
As we continue our study in Philippians, Paul is still discussing the submissive mind. He gives us a description of the … More
True Christian Fellowship: Part 2 (Philippians 1:1–11)
Paul describes true Christian fellowship in three ways. In Part 1, we looked at the first way: “I have you … More
Jesus Wants Loving Obedience
Every true Christian wants to have a winning witness, a testimony that demonstrates Jesus makes a difference in their life. … More
Knowing God
Previously, we looked at The Doctrine of God and examined 10 Attributes of God, which are revealed to us in … More
10 Attributes of God
Our theology about God is rooted and grounded solely in Scripture. All we can ever know about God is what … More
Overcome Evil with Good
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If … More
Love, Honor, and Obey (1 John 4:17–5:5)
The prospective bridegroom was extremely nervous as he and his fiancée were discussing their wedding plans with their pastor. “I’d … More
Getting to the Bottom of Love (1 John 4:1–16)
For the third time in John’s first letter, we are considering the subject of love! This does not mean John … More
Something Old, Something New (1 John 2:7-11)
I love that shirt!” “I love ice cream!” “I love my wife!” Words, like coins, can be in circulation for … More
Growing Up
In my next series, I will endea vor to put into words some of the things I have learned (and … More
Welcome to the Neighborhood (Luke 10:29-37)
With a plain red sweater, white canvass sneakers, a warm smile, and a simple song Fred Rogers became a PBS … More
Christ’s Clothing
My wife and I rarely buy new clothes, not for ourselves and not for our children. New clothes are reserved … More
Setting Godly Priorities
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew … More
