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Jessica Vincent has been a fan of “Antiques Road Show” for years.  She dreamed of one day finding an object that would be declared valuable by an expert, even after others had overlooked it.  She recently had her wish come … Continue reading →

In the previous article we recognized the formal position of deacon in the local congregation is that of a “qualified servant.” In this article we will summarize the qualifications presented in 1 Timothy 3:8–13, assigning one word per verse. Dignified … Continue reading →

London businessman Lindsay Clegg told the story of a warehouse property he was selling. The building had been empty for months and needed repairs. Vandals had damaged the doors, smashed the windows, and strewn trash in the interior. As he … Continue reading →

“Disqualified.” I still remember how upset I was. The 145th running of the Kentucky Derby was an historic occasion for several reasons. The one that stands out in my mind is the disqualification of the first-place finishing horse, Maximum Security, … Continue reading →

As we end another year and anticipate a new, fresh year, my question to you is: Do you need to renew yourself? Do you need to find your way back home? Or back to the warmth of the fire? After … Continue reading →

As we get older, it is no secret that our memories start to fade. We suddenly realize that we cannot recall vitally important information – like the GDP of Liberia, the Greek alphabet, or where we left our house shoes. … Continue reading →

The Han Dynasty fell in A. D. 222. From that point, China saw a series of coups that left the country in confusion and fear. Finally, in 959 A. D., General Chao K’unag-yin became emperor and took the name Sung. … Continue reading →

As we begin a New Year, it’s a great time to obtain a new beginning. Maybe we want to get rid of some bad habits. Maybe we are resolved to improve our life in some way. Whatever our desire to … Continue reading →

Jesus Christ is exhorted in First Timothy as our hope (1:1), our Lord (1:2), as the epitome of grace, faith, and love (1:14), our Savior (1:15), our mediator (2:5), and the one who will come again (6:14). This epistle and … Continue reading →

These words, spoken so long ago, reflect what God wants more than anything. His desire is for His creation to hear His spoken word which is “quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing … Continue reading →