Posts by Steve Higginbotham

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Am I Too Timid?

Before we realize it, a few weeks will pass, and Summer will be coming to an end. That reminds me of an observation made by the prophet Jeremiah. He said, “The harvest is past, The summer is ended, And we…

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An Oft Asked Question

How many times have you heard the question, “Why does God allow good people to suffer?”   One way to answer that question is to simply say, “Well, that’s only happened once, and the reason God allowed it was so…

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Lectureship Week

I can think of no greater obligation or responsibility that an eldership has than to ensure that the church is provided with biblical instruction and motivation to put that instruction into practice. In spite of technology and handy resources at…

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Life Without a Prom

Before picking out a dress or a tux, or helping your children do so, I would like for you to weigh the following thoughts concerning the Prom. First, let me answer the question, “Is dancing wrong?” Listen to me, my…

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What Makes a Successful Church?

The answer to that question depends on whom you ask. Most people think a successful church is measured in large numbers, big budgets, programs that meet their needs, and state-of-the-art facilities. However, none of those “standards” are proof of success.…

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HERmeneutics

Unfortunately, churches have always struggled against being influenced by the values of the cultures that surround them. For instance, the city of Corinth was known for its immorality, and it’s no surprise that immorality had also crept into the church…