Fear of God
Not long ago, one of the highest compliments an individual could receive was to be called a God-fearing person. Today, to say that an individual is a God-fearing person would bring ridicule and scorn. As Christians, we must not lose touch with how important fearing God is to our spiritual success. Defining the Fear of God • “Let all the earth fear the Lord; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of Him” (Psalm 33:8). In this passage the Psalmist defines the fear of the Lord as “standing in awe of Him.” Having the fear of God is ...
Stop Worrying
Most of us have a tendency to worry. Listening to the news these days can cause a tremendous amount of anxiety. We worry about our financial situation. We worry about whether or not we will have health insurance. We worry about terrorist attacks. We worry about our families. You name it we worry about it. Jesus had something to say about worry: “Therefore, I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body ...
Don’t Believe Everything You Hear
There are so many things that are being said in the religious world today that go against what God has revealed to us in His word. Don't believe everything you hear just because your preacher said it was true. I encourage you to be like the Bereans in that they "received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so" (Acts 17:11). Let's consider a few common myths that are said today: As long as your religious you are acceptable to God We live in a country where we have the freedom of religion and ...
What Is Sincere Repentance?
A few weeks ago, another politician was reported to have committed adultery. After the story broke, he could be seen on television apologizing for his actions. I do not know this man’s heart. I do wonder if he would have been sorry if he had not been caught. Most people are only sorry once they are caught and have no other choice but to say “I’m sorry.” Is that sincere repentance? How can we who watch from the outside know whether what is going on in the inside matches up with the words being spoken? Even more important, how ...
Are You An Atheist?
We know that an atheist is one who does not believe that God exists. Many people proudly claim they are atheists and will give you numerous reasons why. Those who openly deny that God exists are known as "intellectual atheists." Did you know that there is another kind of atheist? An intellectual atheist will openly say, "I do not believe that there is a God." While I completely disagree with them, I do appreciate their honesty; I can respect someone who is honest. The other kind of atheist is known as a "practical atheist." A practical atheist says "I believe ...
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A Look Through The Window
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The Rock of Security
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Fear of God
Not long ago, one of the highest compliments an individual could receive was to...
Stand Up for What You Believe In
One way to become unpopular with many people today is to stand up for an absolute...
G.P.S.
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Ten Facts About the church of Christ”1. We read of it in the New Testament “Greet one another with a holy kiss. The churches of Christ greet you” (Romans 1:16) 2. It exalts Christ as the only head of the church “And He put all things under His feet and gave Him as head over all things to the church” (Ephesians 1:22) 3. It has no creed but Christ and binds no... [Read more of this review]
Don’t Believe Everything You Hear
There are so many things that are being said in the religious world today that go against what God has revealed to us in His word. Don’t believe everything you hear just because your preacher said it was true. I encourage you to be like the Bereans in that they “received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see... [Read more of this review]
The Rock of Security
A young man was the only survivor of a shipwreck. He was swept by the waves onto a rock. He lay there all night until he was spotted and rescued the next morning. He was asked, “Did you tremble while you laid on the rock during the stormy night?” The young man answered, “I trembled all night… but the rock on which I... [Read more of this review]
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