How The Holy Spirit Is Working In Us

08 Sep 2019

How The Holy Spirit Is Working In Us

September 8, 2019

Those who claim that the Holy Spirit is working in them directly, (that is, separate and apart from the word of God), often underestimate the power of God’s word. They think that it somehow limits the Spirit to recognize that he has chosen to operate through the instrumentality of the […]

01 Sep 2019

Bible Questions And Answers

September 1, 2019

Question: Does the Bible teach that there are degrees of punishment and reward after death? Answer: Yes it does, and in several ways. Is a jaywalker worthy of the same penalty as a rapist? Can we not easily see the difference between first degree, premeditated murder and an accidental […]

25 Aug 2019

What Christianity Does To Racism

August 25, 2019

During a recent visit in the city of Nashville, we had the opportunity to tour the beautiful Belle Meade Plantation. Originally purchased in 1807 by the Virginian, John Harding, the plantation grew to about 5,400 acres in the late 19th century. At the time of the Civil War, the plantation […]

04 Aug 2019

Opportunities Lost: The Invitation

August 4, 2019

There is an old saying, “Opportunity knocks but once—and then is gone.” The truth of that statement is attested by Paul’s repeated command that we “redeem the time,” (Col. 4:5; Eph. 5:16), which means to make a wise and sacred use of every opportunity presented to us. And the Lord […]

28 Jul 2019

How To Revive A Dead Church

July 28, 2019

The Bible teaches that a congregation may exist, may even be engaged in various works, and yet be spiritually dead. The ancient church at Sardis was addressed by a letter recorded in Rev. 3:1-6. That church existed, it was in place among the seven churches of Asia in the latter […]

21 Jul 2019

Bible Questions And Answers

July 21, 2019

Question: I’ve heard preachers say in their lessons, and people waiting at the Lord’s table, that we “remember the Lord’s death, burial, and resurrection.” I realize that while we are remembering this event, that we might think about the resurrection, but the purpose of the Lord’s supper is to remember […]

14 Jul 2019

If I Were Trying To Destroy America

July 14, 2019

God Bless America, land that I love. Stand beside her, and guide her through the night with the light from above. From the mountains, to the prairies, to the ocean, white with foam, God bless America, my home sweet home. God bless America, my home sweet home. The first […]

07 Jul 2019

Christian Counseling

July 7, 2019

Last week I finished an online course entitled, “Ministerial Counseling,” part of my graduate studies through Freed-Hardeman University. As many of you know, I take these courses from time to time to try to improve my service as a gospel preacher, and I appreciate the support and encouragement you provide […]

30 Jun 2019

VBS Memories

June 30, 2019

Now that the “dust has settled” following our big week of Vacation Bible School, I wanted to share a few personal thoughts. I think it is good practice after events like this to take a few moments and reflect. I hope these are encouraging to you, as they are comforting […]

23 Jun 2019

Carry On Without Me

June 23, 2019

There are occasional reminders in our lives of just how unimportant we really are. Maybe God puts them there to keep us humble. I remember when I left my private practice to accept a position at the State’s Attorneys Office. I was concerned for many clients. Some of them I […]