Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God. Psalm 20:7 I can remember a time when I was teaching Bible Study Fellowship when I had taught that we need to be specific in prayer. The next week I heard a lady give a…
Read MoreFor you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. Psalm 139:13-14 I am writing on National Right to Life Day. Our church observed it by inviting a representative from…
Read MoreThe fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever! Psalm 110:10 Some years ago a college student from church proudly described to me the outcome of his study of politeness; specifically, the effect of saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’ It…
Read MoreAnd he did not do many mighty works there, because of their unbelief. Matthew 13:58 There is a new (at least to me) video that is all over my Facebook page right now. I don’t even know the guy’s name – let’s call him ‘Video-man’. In it this young man “raps” about Jesus versus…
Read MoreTherefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 I don’t know if I am more surprised by God’s kindness or one man’s obedience. You would think that after this much time walking with the Lord His grace would be expected – not surprising! I guess it’s…
Read MoreSing to him; sing praises to him; tell of all his wondrous works! 1 Chronicles 16:9 We just came home from a great weekend with old friends. We drove down to Virginia with friends to visit a couple that we have known and loved for thirty years (we were very young when we met!). It…
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