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The headlines read, “Thousands of Baptisms Invalidated.” Apparently, a Catholic priest in Arizona used the words “we baptize you..” instead of “I baptized you…” resulting in the invalidation of thousands of baptisms, according to the Catholic Church. This news story … Continue reading →

When we think about Jesus and material possessions, perhaps we think of passages like Luke 8:3 that tell us He lived from the financial support of Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna, and many others. Or His own words: “The foxes have … Continue reading →

Text:  Proverbs 31:1-9 Aim:   to warn against the use of addictive and/or illegal drugs. Thesis:  the “sermon” of King Lemuel’s mother reminds us why it is foolish to use addictive drugs;  because every mom knows the natural progression of life … Continue reading →

Swearing, cursing, taking God’s name in vain and potty-mouth have no place in a Christian’s vocabulary. Anyone who claims to be a follower of Jesus CANNOT have a habit of cursing. Listen to our Lord, “But I say unto you, … Continue reading →

A “religious revival” recently took place on the campus of Asbury University in Wilmore. How should Christians respond to occurrences like this one? Paul told the Thessalonians, “Do not quench the Spirit. Do not despise prophecies, but test everything; hold … Continue reading →

God is righteous. God does not conform to that standard, as if righteousness is an objective standard outside of Him. No! One of God’s distinguishing qualities is that He is intrinsically upright and just. Righteousness is a part of God’s … Continue reading →

Early in the chapter, King Herod beheads John the baptizer because John told Herod that he was in an unscriptural marriage. That’s verses 1-12. After hearing that his coworker was killed (ver. 13), Jesus withdraws to a secluded place by … Continue reading →

Ready for an encouraging word? Here it is: Suffering is inevitable. No, that’s not the encouraging part, but I’m sure I have your attention now. Suffering is a certainty of life. Perhaps you recall Benjamin Franklin’s famous quote: “Nothing is … Continue reading →

For whatever reason, 1 Corinthians 15:58 is one of the most memorable verses in Scripture. It says, “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is … Continue reading →

In the first thirteen verses of chapter 2, James provides an example of unapplied faith within the assembly of the church. Don’t forget, James is teaching his original readers (and us) to be “doers of the word, and not hearers … Continue reading →