If you knew Jesus was coming back tomorrow, is there anything that you would change?
Read MoreWhat did Jesus mean when He said He was coming quickly? It seems He didn't mean "very soon" but rather, when He comes, it will be swiftly or suddenly.
Read MoreThis week in our devotions, we will probe deeply into the grand subject of Jesus' return. I hope you are blessed and encouraged by what you read this week.
Read MoreAs we wrap up this two-week series of devotions, and our elections have concluded, I want to share some practical considerations for you to ponder.
Read MoreIt is not the job of the people to serve the government but the other way around. Government officials are supposed to lead us well through service.
Read More"Not every leader is anointed by God, but they are appointed by God." - Dr. James Merritt
Read MoreWhat does the Bible say about how we should relate to government and how the government should relate to the people?
Read MoreSpeaking out on this subject is a bit complicated and controversial... but I cannot be quiet and refrain from teaching what the Bible says.
Read MoreThomas Jefferson said we get the government we deserve. God is sovereign. Whoever is elected, God allows or causes it.
Read MoreThe Bible says we are to pray for "all who are in authority"; that would include leaders and politicians we dislike and did not vote for.
Read MorePaul instructed Christians to pray for their leaders, even though the emperor of Rome at the time was the wicked Nero, who would go on to have Paul beheaded.
Read MoreAs followers of Jesus, we simply cannot be politically ignorant. We should be in the know, do our research, and vote based on biblical values.
Read MoreOn November 5th, the USA will elect the 47th President of our country. It is a weighty decision, because it impacts all our lives to some degree and even has ripple effects throughout the world.
Read MoreChurch should be a place of grace where we edify one another and motivate each other to do great things for God.
Read MoreHow do you speak words of life and genuinely gladden the heart of another?
Read MoreI read a book by a pastor in Georgia years ago that still resonates with me today. The pastor tells a true story of the deadly power of words
Read MoreAll of us have the choice. Will we curse or bless? I am not talking about saying bad words; I am talking about something far more sinister and life-altering.
Read MoreSolomon teaches us that words have great power: death and life. That is profound.
Read MoreWe are to instruct our kids in the Lord; we must teach them the ways of God and to fear God. You cannot do that by proxy; it is by your example.
Read MoreIt truly is astounding the power we dads have in our children's lives, especially during the formative years of infancy through 4 years old.
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