Silhouette of Jesus during his crucifixion (Shutterstock) If you are like me, then you probably grew up with the teaching that Jesus was crucified on a Friday. Many call it "Good Friday." Jesus said in Matthew 12:40, "For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of... Continue Reading →
"Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine." - 1 Timothy 5:17 Today the famed Evangelist, Billy Graham went home to be with the Lord today at age 99. He lived a very long and influential life. Many are taking today to remember... Continue Reading →
For Podcast episode, click here. Should Christians observe Christmas? Was Jesus Born on Dec 25? What about Christmas trees? and others questions answered. by Pastor Aaron Richert, with excerpts from Dr. R. B. Oullette This is an article intended to encourage people. Jesus did warn about getting caught up in traditions (Mark 7:8; Colossians 2:8).... Continue Reading →
Psalm 136:1 O Give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Today is Thanksgiving Day. A day that, as a nation, we set aside to thank God for all of His goodness and blessings. Sadly it has devolved into just a day to give thanks, or be thankful. But... Continue Reading →
October 2017 marks the 500th year anniversary since Martin Luther nailed the famous ninety-fie theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany. That publication along with many other writings were duplicated and spread throughout the region. In his writings, Luther detailed many of the doctrinal errors he discovered, as well as moral... Continue Reading →
1 Thessalonians 5:20-21 "Despise not prophesyings. Prove all things; hold fast that which is good." The act of preaching is under attack in many churches today. This comes as no surprise, as Paul warned that in the last days, people will not desire strong doctrinal messages, but rather "teachers, having itching ears" (2 Timothy 4:3). What... Continue Reading →
Matthew 5:11-12 "Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you." Slander is no stranger to the servant of... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 5:18-21 "And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; Submitting yourselves one... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 5:18-21"And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; Submitting yourselves one... Continue Reading →
The devil will use any and all means to get Christians sidetracked from what God has called them to do. Such was the case in Nehemiah's day. He was doing a great work for God and refused to come down from the work. I hope this poem is an encouragement to remind us all to... Continue Reading →
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