We’ve held many open floor discussions for the singles over the years, both of the impromptu and the official variety. During most of these events, at some time or another, at least one or two people make comments or ask questions about games people play with regards to relationships. Amongst the commentary, we’ve heard women […]
In a recent conversation regarding marriage, a young lady began to express her frustration regarding the fact that she was not married yet and how badly she desired to be married. In conversations such as this, being “ready” for married rarely comes up. If it does, “readiness” is usually based upon one’s desire as opposed […]
><> INTRODUCTION Murder in the church — an oxymoronic phrase, as murder shouldn’t be taking place in the church, right? Yet, though murder shouldn’t be taking place in the church, it is an extremely frequent and embraced tactic among people who profess the Lord Jesus. One of the reasons that God has sent the “Murder in the […]
Consider Ephesians 6. Let’s look at Paul’s discourse on the armor of God. Our focus will be on a facet of this discourse that is often overlooked, simply because it is not mentioned as an article of clothing — prayer and intercession. In order to be successful, it’s a good idea to consider Paul’s commentary […]
When approaching God’s word, one should also be aware that one of the consistent components of scripture is prayer. Take a close, attentive look at the scriptures, especially Psalms, and you will see the element of prayer magnified. Scripture will either show you how to pray (directly), show you what is lawful and expedient to […]
Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. — James 4:4 Halloween. It’s short for “hallowed evening”. A season represented by such icons as ghosts, witches, wizards, goblins (demons), fear and deceit. People […]
We live in a flattery-filled society — people always saying nice things that don’t really reflect the thoughts of their heart. You know — compliments that people really don’t mean. “That sure is a wonderful dress” OR “You’re doing a wonderful job” OR “It’s always so great to see you”. Basically speaking, flattery is really […]
Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. — Philippians 4:11 Do things always go your way? Absolutely not!!! There isn’t a person — EVER — on the face of the earth who has such a testimony. Even Jesus asked that the […]
On a regular basis one of the most recognizable “Bible teachers”, Joyce Meyer, mentions her disdain for those that call out false teachers and false preachers. “We all have error,” she says. “We all have something wrong,” she (ignorantly) professes. She goes on to condemn the acts of those that would dare to point out […]
Tithing — giving a tenth of your increase unto the Lord. Are you a tither? There are many perspectives on the matter. Many today say it is not a New Testament doctrine. Many stress tithing from a law perspective. Many couldn’t teach about tithing without threatening people with Malachi 3:10-11. Many won’t tithe without Malachi […]
