As Dumb as a Cow Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish. Proverbs 12:1 No one wants to be known as being dumb. Foolish. Or especially stupid. However, some of us are living as if we really are dumb. The following are unpleasant statements: “You are as dumb as aContinue reading “As Dumb As A Cow”
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An Argument for Accountability
An Argument for Accountability So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God. Romans 14:12 An interesting note in history: “The most ancient law code known to historians, the Code of Hammurabi, king of Babylon (c. 1728-1686 B.C.), divided the population into three classes: “gentlemen,” “citizens,” and “slaves.” The gentlemen enjoyedContinue reading “An Argument for Accountability”
We All Start Somewhere
We all Start Somewhere As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: 1 Peter 2:2 John Maxwell tells this astute story: “A group of tourists visiting a picturesque village walked by an old man sitting beside a fence. In aContinue reading “We All Start Somewhere”
Talking But Not Communicating
Talking But Not Communicating “A Maine potato farmer and a Texas rancher were engaged in conversation at a political rally. The man from the Lone Star State asked, “How much land do you tend?” “About a hundred acres.” “I farm about six thousand myself.” The man from Maine was not overly impressed, so the TexanContinue reading “Talking But Not Communicating”
Hearing, Learning, and Fearing
Hearing, Learning, and Fearing Moses is 120 years old. His voice is still strong, mind still sharp, and his body is still capable. He is told by God that he will get to peer over and get a peek at the Promised Land, but that he will not be able to go into the land.Continue reading “Hearing, Learning, and Fearing”
Readers Are Leaders
“Readers are Leaders” The cloke that I left at Troas with Carpus, when thou comest, bring with thee, and the books, but especially the parchments. 2 Timothy 4:13 “Readers are Leaders” It is a thoughtful statement. As learned as Paul was, he continued to read the Bible (Parchments) and books. This is a good example forContinue reading “Readers Are Leaders”
When God’s Word Grows
When God’s Word Grows “But the word of God grew and multiplied.” Acts 12:24 People were being saved. Lives were changed. The church was overcoming intense persecution. More people were saved. Many were added to the church. Church leaders were imprisoned. The Lord led several jail breaks. In Acts chapter 12, Peter is released fromContinue reading “When God’s Word Grows”
How to Stay in the Same Church for 30 Years
How to Stay in the Same Church for 30 Years “Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.” Ephesians 3:21 Dorsey and Barbara. Loren and Tammy. Doug and Debbie. Glen and Norene. Ray and Nancy. I have been blessed to witness many individuals and couples remainContinue reading “How to Stay in the Same Church for 30 Years”
Why A Christian School?
Why A Christian School? Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. Psalm 1:1 The idea of education is rooted in Biblical principles. Many schools throughout history were started with the purpose of teachingContinue reading “Why A Christian School?”
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