All Generations

I’m trying. I really am. I’m trying to enjoy my teenage son’s musical tastes. Steve’s preferred style of worship music is different from what I would choose,... Read More »

From Servant To Savior

Some Bible scholars believe that Philippians 2:6-11 may have been part of an early Christian hymn. Believers praised the Son of God because He “made Himself of no reputation”... Read More »

The Trinity

Many churches celebrate what is known as Trinity Sunday. Someone might say, “Who cares? With all the practical, everyday problems we face, why talk about such a complicated... Read More »
“The Nuts and Bolts Of Ministry” (Part Two)

“The Nuts and Bolts Of Ministry” (Part Two)



This week, we are considering together the basics of ministry, and, on Monday we saw that we needed to reflect on the What, Why, and How of ministry in the local church.... Read More »
“The Nuts and Bolts Of Ministry” (Part One)

“The Nuts and Bolts Of Ministry” (Part One)



As a parent, I can tell you that the number one question a child ever asks contains only one word: “Why?” No matter what the issue might be, or what the concern... Read More »
HOW TO KEEP FROM QUITTING (Part 3)

HOW TO KEEP FROM QUITTING (Part 3)



Earlier this week we discovered two secrets for Paul’s lifetime commitment to sharing the gospel: He had a life-transforming ministry (2 Cor. 3:18; 4:1) and a valuable... Read More »

Job’s Journey



Text: Various passages from Job

 

Introduction: In this fourth and final study of the life of Job, it is... Read More »
HOW TO KEEP FROM QUITTING (Part 2)

HOW TO KEEP FROM QUITTING (Part 2)



On Monday we began uncovering the secrets of longevity in Paul’s ministry. Part 1 centered on the truth that we have a life-changing ministry (2 Cor. 3:18; 4:1).... Read More »
HOW TO KEEP FROM QUITTING (Part 1)

HOW TO KEEP FROM QUITTING (Part 1)



In his book Be Encouraged, Warren Wiersbe tells about a letter sent to Alexander Whyte, a famous 19th-century preacher from Scotland. A discouraged Methodist... Read More »
“A Big God For Hard Times” (Part Three)

“A Big God For Hard Times” (Part Three)



We are taking time this week to be reminded of the greatness of our God—a helpful reminder in the difficult times being faced by our people, and by ourselves. Monday... Read More »