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Scriptural Holiness: Part 1
For the past few weeks, I have been reading about the work of some of the influential leaders in the formation of the early church in America. Two such leaders are Francis Asbury and Stephen Paxson, and one of the issues they addressed in their ministry was holiness....
1 Corinthians 13: Love
1 Corinthians 13:13 But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is love. Love is one of the most difficult words in our vocabulary to define. Paul takes a full chapter in 1 Corinthians to define love, however, the kind of love Paul defines...
1 Corinthians 13: Hope
1 Corinthians 13:13 But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is love. “Hope springs eternal,” wrote Alexander Pope. There is good reason for Pope’s statement. Hope is “that in which one confides or to which he flees for refuge;...
1 Corinthians 13: Faith
1 Corinthians 13:13 But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13 is often recited in churches, used as sermon texts, preached on, written about, and brought to mind when we try to understand and comprehend love....
Cloudy Christians
Scripture reading: Jude 4-13 Here in South Florida we often have thunderstorms that pop-up, seemingly from nowhere. A beautiful day can turn violent in the weather in just a few moments. Yet, there are often clouds which form, dark and ominous clouds, that threaten...
Trusting God
So, do you believe everything the Bible says? Do you really trust God? Just how far are you willing to go? If you have received the salvation offered through Jesus Christ, then you probably believe John 3:16. And Romans 3:23, 6:23, and 8:28. You probably also believe...
Jesus the Harbor Captain
Scripture reading Psalm 34:8, 107:1 In times of significant change in our lives or when we are embarking on a new journey, we often deal with uncertainty. Oswald Chambers wrote favorably about such times because he believed that it is precisely in times of uncertainty...
Pre-Marital Intercourse, Extra-Marital Affairs, and Homosexuality
Homosexuality is a divisive issue, particularly when it comes to the church. For the moment, let's set aside the questions of whether the Bible is ambiguous on the practice of homosexuality and whether homosexuality is a gene designed by God and acceptable before Him....
Contentment and Prosperity Gospel
Scripture reading: 1 Timothy 6:3-11 There is today a teaching in the Christian church that is leading people astray. It is known as the Prosperity Gospel, and its essential teaching is that by giving monetarily to a church, minister or ministry God will return the...
Parental Discipline: Part 4
In this post, we will consider how parental discipline is an expression of love ... for child and God. Scripture reading: John 10:25-29 “Nice” is not a word I like, but I have to admit it is easy to let it roll off my tongue. “Kind” and “love” are words I force myself...
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Expository Bible study on Ephesians 5:22-33 on a Biblical marriage. Rather than a self-help resource, this book is aimed at deepening your relationship with Christ.
Catechism to help intentionally teach important concepts of Christianity to children and new believers. The focus is on tracing Christ throughout both the Old and New Testaments.
Devotional book for December 1st through December 25th. As we prepare our hearts during the traditional advent season, let us also prepare for the second coming of Christ.
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Joe has been married for over 20 years and has four children. He enjoys writing as a hobby … as well as carpentry and automotive mechanics.