From my Bible reading this morning: "... There is nothing at all to look at except this mana" (Num. 11:6b) Often, when I teach about Israel and come to a passage like Numbers 11, the comment will be made in class: "I just don't understand how they could complain or be so ungrateful to God." … Continue reading Complaining About Mana
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Physical Bibles and Greenlights
I read a post the other day on Facebook from Steve Wolfgang about the value of a physical Bible. He wrote, "The simple act of opening a Bible and reading in a public place, on a plane, in a restaurant, in line at the DMV or wherever, can also "greenlight" a conversation with others who … Continue reading Physical Bibles and Greenlights
As A Visitor
This last Sunday, I got to do something I rarely get to do; be a visitor at church. The talk at the Lord's table, prayers, songs, and sermon were all encouraging, and there was a good crowd. I happen to catch the beginning of a sermon series on Immanuel from Isaiah. I hope to be … Continue reading As A Visitor
The Fruit of Our Labors
"What advantage is there to the worker from that in which he labors?" Eccl. 3:9 LSB. "I know that there is nothing better for them than to be glad and to do good in one's lifetime; moreover, that every man who eats and drinks and sees good in all his labor - it is the … Continue reading The Fruit of Our Labors
When You Are Mistaken
Have you ever made a mistake? Of course, you have; we all have! What do you do when you discover you've made a mistake? Do you persist in your error or make the necessary changes? I hope we all would make a change. But what if the mistake was in your religious beliefs? Would we … Continue reading When You Are Mistaken
Contend for the Faith
UCLA basketball coach John Wooden is attributed as saying, "It's the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen." The letter of Jude is little compared to other books of the Bible; however, it contains big and powerful lessons for us today. First, we must "contend earnestly for the faith" (Jude 3). … Continue reading Contend for the Faith
“A Gospel Meeting”
The following article was written by brother Richard Thetford in preparation for the gospel meeting their congregation was having. I am republishing it here for your consideration and encouragement. Richard Thetford Our gospel meeting begins a week from today, September 25th, with Andy Berendt doing the preaching. I think it would do us all good to remind ourselves … Continue reading “A Gospel Meeting”
Responding to Grace
How do you respond when someone has forgiven you? Most of us, I hope, would probably express our gratitude for the forgiveness. And not only express our thanks but amend our ways, so it doesn’t happen again. But how do you respond when God has forgiven you? After Nathan confronted him about his sin with … Continue reading Responding to Grace
A Great and Compassionate God
The book of Jonah is unique among the Minor Prophets. Instead of a book about the prophet’s preaching, it is mainly a book about the prophet. The overall lesson of the book that Jonah needed to learn is that Yahweh is a gracious and compassionate God. In Jonah 1, we read of the prophet’s commission … Continue reading A Great and Compassionate God
Climbing The Impossible Mountains With God
Today's post comes from Mark Dunagan. I trained with Mark at the 5th street church of Christ from Sept. 2015 to Sept. 2017. Mark has been preaching and teaching God's word for 28+ years and is currently on a trek around the country with his wife Cindy, visiting and encouraging the Lord's people wherever they … Continue reading Climbing The Impossible Mountains With God
Preach The Text 