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Our Awesome God Is a Jealous God 2 Corinthians 11:2-4
In the story Little Women, Amy, the youngest March sister, in a jealous rage that because she has to stay home while her two eldest sisters go to the theater, burns her sister Jo’s manuscript while she’s out. What’s most … Continue reading
In your congregation don’t be the weakest link!
There is a game show where a team of contestants are asked a series of questions. At various stages of the game, they vote off the member who is hurting the team, the one who is “The Weakest Link.” The … Continue reading
How to Be a Bold Christian!
We live in a world that is bold about sin. It’s hard to avoid the bragging and arrogant attitude that our culture has about most any sin you can imagine (and some you can’t). Unfortunately, sometimes Christians think of boldness … Continue reading
“Heavy Duty Cleaning” – These posts will resume on 9/24
A college student from India has set a new record for the world’s smallest vacuum cleaner. Tapala Nadamuni, age 23, had set the record in 2020 when he created one that measured .69 inches, but that record vanished when a … Continue reading
COMPETING WITH CULTURE
King Solomon knew he was in for a fight. He knew it would be a challenge to keep his children from giving in to the pagan culture that surrounded them. He would plead with his son to listen, knowing it … Continue reading
Help! Our Church Is Dying
A couple of days ago, I wrote about the statistics on congregations closing, along with some of my observations and our (TJI’s) anecdotal experiences. I tried to convey an optimistic spirit. There were many responses to the article. One particular … Continue reading
Apocalyptic Language
The word “apocalyptic” comes from the Greek word which gives us the name of the book “Revelation.” It means an “unveiling.” “Apocalyptic” language has commonly come to refer to language the reflects the imagery in the book of Revelation and … Continue reading
Bible-Based Parenting Say “Yes” When You Can
First, the Bible: “So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; … Continue reading
CHURCH GROWTH TO GOD’S GLORY – The Numerical Growth of the Early Church
The book of Acts is an inspired history regarding the growth of the early church. More awareness of numerical growth is found here than in the rest of the New Testament combined. We can glean great insight into the nature … Continue reading
Come to Jesus Because…
He has all authority. “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth,” (Matthew 28:18). He offers rest if you are weary. “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you … Continue reading