1 Cor 12:29-3 1 29 Are all apostles? are all prophets? are all teachers? are all (workers of) miracles? 30 have all gifts of healings? do all speak with tongues? do all interpret? 31 But desire earnestly the greater gifts. And moreover a most excellent way show I unto you.
Since Paul’s letter to the Christians in Philippi is filled with calls to “rejoice in the Lord” (3:1) while Paul himself was in prison (1:7, 13-14, 17), we are meditating on just what Paul tells us to do to live … Continue reading →
“For there must also be factions among you, so that those who are approved may become evident among you” (1 Cor. 11:19). Tension between Christians is going to happen. Some suggest that one of the purposes of the letter to … Continue reading →
At one time in our country, most people recognized Sunday as “the Christian Sabbath.” Stores were closed and chores were limited. Folks went “to church,” ate a big meal, then spent the afternoon napping and visiting with family and friends. … Continue reading →
I have always enjoyed walking through old cemeteries, reflecting on lives long gone. During a recent stroll, I came across this faded tombstone; Irvin E. Griffin, May 12, 1864-March 15, 1939, followed by this intriguing inscription: “Still the World Goes … Continue reading →
King Saul began well but ended poorly. In 1 Samuel 14, we have recorded the account of Jonathan – King Saul’s son – winning a victory over the Philistines. In Saul’s battle, things were not going so well. In fear, … Continue reading →