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Daisy, You’re One Month Old (An Exercise of Worship Through Enjoyment)
Enjoying God’s gifts is serious business (Ecclesiastes 5:19-20). Unfortunately, it doesn’t come easily to the those who struggle with sin. We know how to covet God’s gifts. We know how to worship God’s gifts. But it is much more difficult … Continue reading
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Yea, Devotions Are Important
If you have been around Christians or churches for any amount of time you have no doubt heard about devotions. To the new or non-Christian, this word is foreign. In Christian-speak, a devotion is time spent in private prayer, Bible … Continue reading
An Initial Response to the SCOTUS Decision
Recently, Dr. James White, of Alpha & Omega Ministries, made a Facebook comment I thought was worth reposting here. In light of the recent SCOTUS decision, here is Dr. White’s suggestion as a good initial response. Psalm 12:8 will be … Continue reading
The Saturday Post(s)
There’s a bit about the SCOTUS decision here. I am sure you understand why. But to start it off, here are the Best Articles/Videos Regarding the SCOTUS Decision. “I can’t say anything better than has already been said by countless … Continue reading
The Immense Value of a Dying Christian
“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.” Psalm 116:16 Charles Spurgeon comments: The Lord watches over their dying beds, smooths their pillows, sustains their hearts, and receives their souls. Those who are redeemed with … Continue reading
Take the Long View
An encouragement for anyone who is actively discipling other Christians. Donald Macleod: “If we were to judge Jesus by the short-term progress of his disciples we would have to conclude that Jesus was a very poor teacher. When we take … Continue reading
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4 Thoughts for Young Men Preparing for Marriage
I am always on the lookout for good wisdom to pass on to the young men at my church. I found a goodie in this piece by Greg Gibson over at the Council for Biblical Manhood and Womanhood. Here are … Continue reading
The Power of the Gospel in Charleston
In the video below, the family members of victims from the Charleston shooting speak to the gunman. Watch and marvel at the power of the gospel. In light of the astonishing hearts of the victims’ family members, Charles C. W. … Continue reading
The Saturday Post(s)
Sports on Sundays. “I became a Christian at University. Giving up soccer on Sundays was something that had to happen so that my love for and commitment to the Lord was not divided on his Day. That meant also giving … Continue reading
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Using Evil for Good
I read this this morning in my devotions. It blessed me so I thought it would bless you. Jeremiah Burroughs: It is the way of God to work by contraries, to turn the greatest evil into the greatest good. To … Continue reading