Category Archives: Christian Articles

I Want a Church That Meets My Needs

The statement made in the title is not only the desire of many in the religious world, but is becoming the philosophy of many Christians, because many of us are seeking a religion that “meets our needs.” The phrase itself has virtually become a new religious term. Many persons praise or blame a particular congregation… Continue Reading

Supporting the Gospel

Paul loved the church at Philippi and the church there evidently loved him. He wrote to encourage them and they supported his efforts in preaching the truth elsewhere (1:4, 10; 4:15-16). A striking line is found in 1:27 where he wrote: Only let your conversation be as it becomes the gospel of Christ: that whether… Continue Reading

How Should We Study The Bible?

It is said that one should “Study the Bible to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to be holy.” The Bible is a precious book because of its origin, it relevance, and its power. “How precious is the book diving, by inspiration giv’n! Bright as a lamp its precepts shine, to… Continue Reading

Spiritual Disrespect

It would seem reasonable to assume that since the Bible is the inspired word of God (2 Timothy 3:16; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 13), that people would show a deep sense of respect and reverence for God and His word, but such is not the case.  As one carefully reads the Old and New Testaments it… Continue Reading

May I Speak To You

After Paul was arrested in the Temple (Acts 21) he sought an opportunity to speak to the mob that was set on killing him there and then. He had been saved from certain death by the commander of the Roman garrison stationed near the Temple and it was to him that Paul directed his first… Continue Reading

Tradition and Tradition

The scribes and Pharisees of the first century believed mightily in adhering to what they called “the tradition of the elders” (Matthew 15:2). Jesus rebuked them because of their hypocrisy which they utilized to contradict God’s will: “Thus you have made the commandment of God of no effect by your tradition” (Matthew 15:6). The Lord… Continue Reading

Lessons Learned Through Suffering

And unto man he said, Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom; and to depart from evil is understanding” (Job 28:28). The book of Job gives great insight into various lessons learned in the midst of suffering. Job was a great man at the beginning of the book only to become a greater… Continue Reading

Criticism – Help or Hurt?

A critical disposition plagues myriads of people every day. It is easy to exalt one’s self – while proudly “picking” at others crippling and destroying their enthusiasm and productivity for God. Before expressing criticism of others, be sure to: (1) Pause and be sure that the heart is right. Ask “will my comments help or… Continue Reading

Spiritual Inventory

Before I became a Christian and began working as a preacher I worked in two commercial activities: pharmacies and furniture stores. Both were retail operations and their success was based on customer satisfaction: people could always go somewhere else. My employers could usually tell how things were going based on their experience and how busy… Continue Reading

11 Rules for Happy Living

1. Count your blessings, not your troubles. Though we have problems in this life, we are still richly blessed. 2. Live one day at a time. Regardless of what Satan may throw at you, it can be handled “one day at a time” (James 4:13-15). 3. Learn to say “I Love You” to those near… Continue Reading

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