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“Britney and Bobby Hibbs” El Salvador Our Scripture text for memorization today is: “For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the Spirit of adoption by whom we cry out, ‘Abba, Father.’” Romans 8:15 NKJV “For there is no partiality with God. For as many as have sinnedContinue reading “Memorizing God’s Word”

2020 came in like a lion. It may go out like a lamb… but probably not… more like a pride of hungry lions. COVID-19, killer bees, unemployment, tension and violence on the streets… all as the Bible predicted. I grew up in a cold war area, but now, it’s cold war like I have neverContinue reading ““The Absence of Peace””

“The Whole Armor of God” Ephesians 6:10 says, “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.” This week’s Scriptures to memorize are: “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.” James 1:22 NKJV “Let this mind be in you which was also in ChristContinue reading “Memorizing God’s Word”

James 3:13-18 reads, “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual,Continue reading “Peacemakers”

Almost every day I see or hear of a new video of some idea of what is going to happen next. A lot of these so-called seers, say they receive their information in a dream or vision from God. You don’t have to “BEWARE” of them, but, be “AWARE” that this is nothing new andContinue reading ““BE AWARE””

“The Hundertmarks” This week’s Scriptures are: “And Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.” John 6:35 NKJV “But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that youContinue reading “Memorizing God’s Word”

One of the devotional books Jeannie and I read together is called, “A Moment to Breathe,” by Dayspring. On June 2, the devotion was called, “Kingdom Ways.” Wow–did it describe the day perfectly! The division in our land is truly unbelievable.  That same division follows us into our families, friends and neighbors.  Even into someContinue reading ““Take a Breath””

“The Call of God” (4) Our verses to memorize this week are: “Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near.” Isaiah 55:6 NKJV “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall directContinue reading “Memorizing God’s Word”

“But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godlinessContinue reading ““The Lady of the Night””

The story of Jesus saving the woman caught in adultery has long fascinated me. At its core, it’s a simple story. Jesus sees a woman about to be stoned for her sin. He intervenes, teaches a crucial lesson in love and forgiveness, and as a result, she lives. But every time I read her storyContinue reading “First Stone”

“News From El Salvador” Britney and Bobby Hibbs write to us from quarantine, but on top of that, they are facing “Amanda,” a tropical storm. The storm left 30 people dead and 30,000 homeless. They received a donation and immediately it went to purchase food:  1000 pounds of beans, rice and powdered milk.  They servedContinue reading “Memorizing God’s Word”

Why do we criticize people? Think about it. Cause we do it. A LOT. Most of us anyway. And most of us who say that we don’t… totally do. Why do we judge? Where does the impulse come from? Why do we feel the need to interject our criticism into the lives of others? BecauseContinue reading “Cast All Your Criticism on Him”

I have a book entitled “The Red Sea Rules” by Robert Morgan.  It is an excellent little book.  It has ten God-given strategies for difficult times.  He reminds us the same God who led you in, will lead you out! In the book, Robert Morgan gives us ten rules to hold on to when weContinue reading ““The Red Sea Rules””

“Exciting News” Last week I introduced to you an old, but new idea… that is – Scripture memorization.  We also asked you to pray for Christians–persecuted Christians around the world–especially in Iran. This week, according to Operation World, the fastest growing church in the world is in the Islamic Republic of Iran even in spiteContinue reading “Memorizing God’s Word”

When do I press on? When do I rest? Anyone north of adulthood knows these questions all too well. When is it time to fight the good fight, and when is it time to take a moment, take a breath and regroup? Frustration comes faster and faster these days. Social upheaval. Political division. Friends againstContinue reading “Perseverance & Exhaustion”

Noah Webster once said, “…Christian religion must be the basis of any government intended when we finally get to a generation that has nothing to offer the next generation… no truth… no history… no forward-thinking… a faithless generation… no idea of sacrifice… serving.” Is this still true? Are the Words of Christ the only thingContinue reading “Is It Still True?”

Scripture Memorization I was introduced to a very powerful Christian principle that has almost been completely abandoned lately. It is “Scripture memorization.” I know you think you can’t remember this or that and you are too old or too sad or too whatever.  Please… stop it… you have been lied too!  You can memorize scripture. Continue reading ““Memorizing God’s Word””

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, and see, the new has come!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 Before we have a relationship with Christ, we are broken and lost. With Christ, we are a new creation and have direction. It is only through His grace and loveContinue reading “Broken Vessels”

I had started my first church while in college.  It was in a very poor area and most of our effective ministry happened on Saturday more than Sundays. Saturday was visitation day and we always spent time in the community.  Some Saturdays we would have lunch together, play games, do some repairs to some ofContinue reading ““WEST GRAND””

We are coming upon Fathers Day and I am reminded of my dad. He grew up in the hills of Eastern Kentucky which is where he met his high school sweetheart and married her, my mom. My father would say he did not have very much when he was growing up. Most of us wouldContinue reading “Anyone?”