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Those who comprise our society seem to be consumed with self. The "me" generation we heard so much of has aged to become the most influential segment of society. So many of the products and services which are popular today are those which are aimed at improving the individual. The "self-help" books and seminars intended to improve self-image have been embraced by nearly everyone. "Infomercials" abound on television for all sorts of fitness gadgets so individuals can not only stay healthy but also develop that physique which allows one to be…

Jude introduces his epistle with these words: "Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints. For certain men have crept in unnoticed, who long ago were marked out for this condemnation, ungodly men, who turn the grace of our God into lewdness and deny the only Lord God and our Lord Jesus Christ." (Jude 3,4). The urgency with which this book is introduced enhances its importance. No other letter…

SECURITY

Security is something most people are concerned about. We hear the shout to secure our borders. We see security signs in the yards of many homes. The government spends mons upon millions to secure our nation. We have locks and alarms in our cars and houses. We do this for peace of mind.

But as soon as a new security system is developed, someone figures out how to get around it . No lock is as secure as we hope it will be. Unless! “Unless…

Does Jesus Cry When We Die? We read in John 11:35 these simple and sympathetic words: “Jesus wept [cry].” Jesus felt for others and loved them as we do when we lose someone close to us. The Bible talks about … Read More →

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Débil pero fuerte. ¿Contradicción? Hasta el día de hoy odio el sabor de las espinacas. Mi abuela solía prepararlas en el desayuno y decía: “Tienes que comerlas para que seas fuerte como Popeye”. Así que de mala gana me las … Read More →

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The elders are continuing to monitor the COVID-19 crisis and discussed the resumption of our regular service schedule, including Bible classes at the church building, at our most recent elder’s meeting.  We will continue to follow recommendations, where applicable and appropriate, contained in the Arkansas Department of Health publication “Guidance for Places of Worship” (click here to see recommendations).  Members should review these guidelines to determine if they are at a higher risk, and whether it is…

Learning from the Apostle Song Do you remember the words of the song you may have learned years ago entitled, “The Apostle Song”? It is the best way to remember the names of the twelve, but have you ever noticed … Read More →

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The Opportunity of Being Together Another Lord’s Day has come and gone. We all had the awesome opportunity to worship our Lord in spirit and truth. We sang His praise, prayed to our Father, and heard a lesson from His … Read More →

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