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Robbery Turned to Worship

There is much to reflect upon in this short little story. When Matthew Henry was returning home from his catechism exercise on Tuesday, March 3, 1713, robbers caught him about half a mile from Hackney. They took ten or eleven … Continue reading

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The Saturday Post(s)

Give Them Bread. What if obeying Jesus greatly hurts our relationships with those we love? “Pledging our hearts to heaven, we will not look back to Egypt or Sodom, trusting that true mothers, brothers, sisters, sons, and daughters are those who follow Jesus … Continue reading

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God is Unchanging…So What?

Many have learnd the Biblical truth of God’s unchanging nature. Moses calls God the Rock (Deuteronomy 32:4) and the Apostle James (the brother of Jesus) calls God, “the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change” (James 1:17). This … Continue reading

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Questions to Ask & Not Ask When Joining a Church

As a Christian, church membership is not an option, but a glorious, joy-filled gift. Even more, it is the new reality we have in Christ. Through Jesus, we have become members of His body (1 Corinthians 12:13) and that spiritual … Continue reading

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Don’t Despise a Small Ministry

In an interview, Pastor Mark Dever was asked this question: “What single bit of counsel has made the most significant difference in your (pastoral) leadership?” His answer has provided me with one of the most needed and sobering truths I have … Continue reading

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When Believing in God Doesn’t Matter

“I believe in God!” Ever hear that? I do. A lot. Now, there isn’t anything wrong with that statement. In fact, there is a lot right with that statement. But the statement – I believe in God –  is only … Continue reading

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The Saturday Post(s)

Worry Writes a Letter. This is equal parts creativity, humor, and wisdom. “Dear Stephen, It’s that time of year again! It’s time to renew your annual subscription to Worry Incorporated! We at Worry Inc. greatly value your business, and wanted to remind … Continue reading

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Hell Proves the Love of God

Hell is a teaching that many people are avoid of for many very different reasons. Some people are afraid to speak or even think of such suffering. Others are fearful of what others may think of us if we speak honestly about … Continue reading

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Two Purposes of Dating

If you ever want to make things interesting, get Christians to talk about dating. Heads will be scratched. Questions will be asked. Opinions shall abound. Voices may even rise. With a hot donut and some coffee, it could be a good time. … Continue reading

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A Fierce Shepherd

Allow me to take you through a quick exercise. Pay attention to what image pops into your mind when you hear this next word. Are you ready? Alright, here’s the word… Shepherd. What pictures came into your mind? Most likely, the images you … Continue reading

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