Tag
Luke 6
The writer of the book of Hebrews enjoins us to pursue peace with others and to live a life of holiness: Pursue peace with all people, and the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. (Hebrews 12:14) Although… Continue Reading →
What is our responsibility to those who are deeply hurt? It’s been said that Christians have a tendency to shoot their wounded. The Apostle Paul provided practical instruction how to minister to those who have gone astray, Brethren, even if… Continue Reading →
I remember hearing those words as a young boy and thinking, “I’m not so sure about that, I’d rather receive than give something.” I catalogued that saying along with the parental platitude, “This is going to hurt me more than… Continue Reading →
How do we know what’s in a person’s heart? Jesus taught His disciples that a tree is known by its fruit, For each tree is known by its own fruit. For men do not gather figs from thorns, nor do… Continue Reading →
Who are the teachers who have had a profound influence in your life? The Gospels indicate that one of the most common titles for Jesus was teacher. His followers referred to Him as a teacher almost fifty times and Jesus… Continue Reading →
As parents we are concerned for our children and their moral development. Church is one of the many options people consider for the moral development of their children. You may be wondering, “How can I maximize the effectiveness of the… Continue Reading →
What is the number one cause of death in the United States? Cardiovascular diseases claim more lives than all forms of cancer combined. Currently, someone has a heart attack every 34 seconds and every 60 seconds someone in the United… Continue Reading →
Have you ever reflected upon the significance of your words? You’ve heard the saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never harm me.” The truth is sticks and stones can break our bones, but words can… Continue Reading →
What disease is the number one cause of death in the United States? Cardiovascular diseases claim more lives than all forms of cancer combined. In the United States, someone has a heart attack every 34 seconds. Every 60 seconds, someone in… Continue Reading →
It was late on a Friday afternoon when I received a frantic phone from a young mother with several children as she and her family were re-locating to Mt. Pleasant. She sounded rather troubled, they were moving to a new… Continue Reading →
What are your thoughts about the words compliance and obedience? Although they are often appear synonymous there are some subtle distinctions between these two words. Compliance usually refers to adherence to established policies and procedures. Obedience usually includes the heart… Continue Reading →
How would you evaluate your speech? Jesus taught that your words reveal what is in your heart, The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth what… Continue Reading →
