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A frequent point of attack from non-believers is that we do not have a single original New Testament document, coupled with the fact that there are variations within the manuscripts we do have. It is often argued that there is … Continue reading →

A well-known and loved song begins “A Wonderful Savior Is Jesus My Lord…” BUT, just why is Jesus wonderful? 1. Because He left home in heaven to come to this earth in a physical body to endure humiliation and suffering…for … Continue reading →

Several years ago the senior citizens in the congregation where I was preaching took a trip to a nuclear reactor nearby. One of the ladies brought me a sample packet of a “pellet of uranium” used in nuclear reactors which … Continue reading →

My homeroom teacher had a poster on her wall that said, “If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember what you said.” One lie often leads to more lies, as the offender seeks to cover his or her … Continue reading →

In Matthew 19, when Jesus was asked about marriage and divorce, He quoted from God’s law in the book of Genesis and Jesus defines for us what God has always intended relative to marriage (19:4-6). Now, some people say, “Well, … Continue reading →

Tertullian was a late second century Christian. Born in the north African Roman providence of Carthage. Some writings suggest that his father was a Roman Centurian. After his conversion to Christianity, He writes that “Christians are made, not born” (Apol., xviii).  … Continue reading →

What would the congregation say about their preacher after he left? What would the church say about the missionaries after they returned home? What about area congregations and Christians – how would they characterize the work of certain ministers? What … Continue reading →

I realize that I may have to start doing so simply based upon the title above. It is certainly not meant to be dismissive or cavalier. Nor is it meant to be a disrespectful statement of your relative worth as … Continue reading →

Every parent works hard to instill within their children the ability to contemplate the outcomes of their words and actions, but such an effort is not always easy. A father tells his little boy to clean up his toys, tell … Continue reading →

That is what Jesus did for us! And, Jesus said that is the greatest love that one could possess. In John 15.13, He said, “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.” … Continue reading →