Some folk prate about "having the truth" when it is evident they can't give chapter and verse for their contention. I wonder how they know they have the truth? When Jesus said, "Thy (God's) word is truth;" (Jn.17:17) He stated the dependability of God, and the accuracy and integrity of His teaching. In a sense, people are "set apart" by false doctrines and practice, (witness sectarianism) but Jesus prayed that the Apostles might be set apart by their acceptance and adherence to TRUTH.
Suffering Job observed, “Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble” (Job 14:1). Sadly, many of us waste those few days because we’re too busy focusing on — and sometimes creating — the trouble! Life is too short to waste.
Life is too short to waste on petty grudges. “A man’s discretion makes him slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook a transgression” (Proverbs 19:11). “Do not be eager in your heart to be angry, for anger resides in the bosom of fools”…
Looking For A Church?
Are you looking for a church? Many of us look for churches about like we shop for cars: assuming any will get us where we want to go, we opt for the one that has the most features we like.
What features are we looking for? Convenience, a nice facility, an interesting (and not too long-winded) preacher who is cool and trendy, friendly people, exciting worship, and usually, lots of social services: day care, schools, recreation, support groups, health care classes, holiday activities, etc.
Some look especially for a church in which they can exercise their talent:…
He Will Provide the Food God has not promised us T-bone steaks for every meal, but He has promised us that He will provide the food for us. He provided the food for Elijah during the 42 months of famine. … Read More
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¿Existe realmente Dios? Muchas personas plantean esta pregunta sin dudar mucho, pero para los cristianos es casi pecado siquiera pensar en hacer la pregunta. Mientras que la gente se enoja cuando les haces una pregunta directa e intentan “matarte” con … Read More
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Wearing the Name “Christian” “Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in this matter” (1 Peter 4:16). The word “Christian” was first used in Antioch (Acts 11:26). The word means … Read More
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