The Word But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap…

The Word The following week almost the entire city turned out to hear them preach the word of the Lord. But when some of the Jews saw the crowds, they were jealous; so they slandered Paul and argued against whatever he said. (Acts 13:44, 45) Thought Jealousy is one of the major stumbling blocks to…

The Word Anyone trusting in his riches will fall, but the righteous will flourish like foliage. (Proverbs 11:28) Thought One winter seemed to have unusually cold temperatures for our region and definitely more frequent snow. The number of friends and neighbors wishing for spring to arrive were numerous and increasing. My wife and I were…

The Word Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. Joyful are those who obey His laws and search for Him with all their hearts. (Psalm 119:1, 2) Thought How many times have you heard these two sentences, “I just want to be happy” or “I deserve to be happy”? From…

The Word Who can be compared with the Lord our God, who is enthroned on high? (Psalm 113:5) Thought “Who is God like?” It was a brief, honest question from a young child expectant of a quick answer. The inquiry from young and innocent eyes though, led to silence, quandary, and deep contemplation. When a…

The Word What can we bring to the Lord? What kind of offerings should we give him? Should we bow before God with offerings of yearling calves? Should we offer him thousands of rams and ten thousand rivers of olive oil? Should we sacrifice our firstborn children to pay for our sins? No, O people,…

The Word O Lord, I have come to you for protection; don’t let me be disgraced. Save me, for you do what is right. (Psalm 31:1) Thought The King James Version of the Bible reads, “…deliver me in Thy righteousness.” We as Christians embrace the validity and complete accuracy of the Bible as God’s flawless…

The Word Brothers, listen! We are here to proclaim that through this man Jesus there is forgiveness for your sins. (Acts 13:38) Thought In the 1970’s I met a gentleman who led a small church in Southern Missouri. His personality and character was one of deep, genuine kindness and graciousness, the mental image most people…