By Terry Clark Human nature is to be independent and self-sufficient. However, when one is too self-reliant in their relationship with God, there is a tendency to try and handle struggles, conflict, and worries alone. Pride can prevent us from …
By Terry Clark Some of the best seats in the house at sporting events, concerts, shows, and amusement park rides are near the front of the venue. The idea is to be close to the action, not miss any details, …
By Terry Clark Christians walking according to God’s commands can have assurance that God will forgive sins. I John 1:5-10 tells us “if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, …
By Terry Clark In January of this year, each member of the Karns congregation was presented with a new opportunity as follows: “Perhaps you have not been an active participant in the Lord’s body, the church. Perhaps you have only …
By Terry Clark Worldly distractions can inhibit our abounding in the work of the Lord (I Corinthians 15:58). The parable of the sower (Mathew 13:1-9) tells of the seed that fell among thorns and was choked by the thorns. Verse …
By Terry Clark John 10 shows us the very important role of a shepherd. In verses 1-6, Jesus uses the illustration of the shepherd who enters the door, or opening to the sheepfold. Upon seeing the shepherd in the doorway …
Most cars have the following inscribed on the passenger side mirror, “OBJECTS IN MIRROR ARE CLOSER THAN THEY APPEAR.” Have we considered that Satan is closer than he appears? “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about …
By Terry Clark A new year always provides new opportunities to serve the Lord. What if a new year provided “another opportunity” to serve the Lord? Last year’s theme for the Vision Book was to be doers of God’s word …
By Terry Clark There will always be things vying for our attention, especially on Sundays. I recall a time when stores would be closed on Sunday or open after 12:00 pm, and organized community sports were not played on Sundays. …
