This month’s events in Virginia remind us of the hatred that exists in our country, both historically and presently. What can we do? It begins with you and me demonstrating our love for each other. “Jesus said to him, “`You…
Parents instruct their children to avoid certain things that are harmful because there are consequences associated with that particular action or behavior. Adults have learned through life experiences that certain actions and behaviors result in consequences. Although aware of regulations…
We read in the book of Nehemiah how the wall of Jerusalem was rebuilt in only 52 days (6:15). This great accomplishment was achieved through trust in GOD and a desire to work. “And I told them of the hand…
When the current auditorium was constructed twenty-five years ago, our shepherds had the foresight to plan and prepare for growth beyond the immediate need. Their vision included designing and constructing our auditorium with capability to address future, additional needs. The…
As members of the body of Christ we share a special relationship with one another (I Cor. 12:12). We have a responsibility to love and care for one another (I John 4:7) and we have a responsibility to forbear one…
Bills, bills, and more bills. They keep coming with no end in sight. This year our family had the pleasure (exaggerates) of paying for several sets of new car tires, a new heat and air system, and medical bills, to…
How do others characterize us? What do friends, coworkers, classmates, and neighbors think and say about us? While we cannot always control what others think or say, we can strive daily to walk according to the will of God. I…
Habakkuk (1:2-4) lamented the society in which he lived. Judah had been torn apart by injustice. Laws were being ignored, and justice was perverted. Habakkuk was further troubled over God’s silence (1:2) and thought his prayers were going unanswered. God…
The human body is an amazing and wonderful creation of God. The body’s systems and its members work together to ensure a fully functioning body; each is interdependent on the other. More importantly, the body of Christ (the church) is…
