“the preaching of the cross” [I Corinthians 1:18]
"the preaching of the cross". Many noble lessons may be drawn from the life and death of Jesus. Lessons drawn must not take the place of the actual fact that ... Read more
"the preaching of the cross". Many noble lessons may be drawn from the life and death of Jesus. Lessons drawn must not take the place of the actual fact that ... Read more
"profit". This word has become associated with business: Jesus applied it to living. He made it clear that after death, or the conclusion of life as we know it, there ... Read more
"the Lord himself will strike him". David had opportunity to slay Saul and did not take it. Sometimes what seem to be opportunities are best left alone. Abishai, David's companion ... Read more
"all speak the same thing". Many gifts and much activity call for disciplined unity. We need to seek God's mind that there be no divisions as each of us adds ... Read more
"thirsty". Water is essential to life and thirst is the driving force that sees we get it. We will stop at nothing to obtain water. There are other desperate longings ... Read more
"put my money to the exchangers". Jesus told the Parable of the Talents to emphasize our responsibility to do something with what we have now. Five simple suggestions for the ... Read more
"The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit". The Christian life begins with repentance and an act of commitment. It is a definite decision to trust the Lord only made ... Read more
"Strengthen, O God, what you have done for us". This should be the prayer of all who have known the touch of God in their life. The voice of the ... Read more
"Let us make a little chamber". The prophet Elisha stayed in this home whenever he passed by that way and the lady of the house wanted to provide for the ... Read more
"godless chatter". Some people's tongue is like a machine that never stops. They go on like a car without brakes rolling downhill. And incessant chatter easily resorts to godlessness. The ... Read more