Category Archives: words of wisdom

Words of Wisdom: There Are False Prophets Among Us

Posted on July 16, 2013 by

Throughout the history of God’s people, there have been legitimate concerns over the presence of false teachers and false prophets among the Church. Today is no exception. The Apostle John speaks to the issue in his first epistle, in which … Continue reading →

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Words of Wisdom: Comfort in Times of Distress

Posted on July 1, 2013 by

In II Corinthians 1:8-11 Paul talks about one of his close encounters with death: We think you ought to know, dear brothers and sisters, about the trouble we went through in the province of Asia. We were crushed and overwhelmed … Continue reading →

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Words of Wisdom: Did You Know?

Posted on March 4, 2013 by

Some people think the US national bird is called the bald eagle because its white head resembles that of a bald person. Yet that same white head is fully feathered. The truth is more likely that the name “bald” is … Continue reading →

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What the Bible Has to Say About Israel

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

The nation of Israel almost came to a complete stop Tuesday afternoon September 25th in observance of Judaism’s holiest day of the year. Yom Kippur began Tuesday evening and ended Wednesday at sundown. During this period of time, the country … Continue reading →

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Christian Living: Does God Spoil the Fun?

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

There’s a story about a school boy who was asked what he thought God was like. His answer was short and to the point: “God is the kind of person who is always snooping around to see what you are … Continue reading →

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Christian Living: Lean on God

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

The story is told of a youth from India who started out on a four-day journey of faith. He never intended it to end up that way, but God had a greater purpose in mind. It started with an advertisement … Continue reading →

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Bible Study: Sitting at the Feet of Jesus

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

Jesus once said of Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus: “Where this Gospel is preached in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be told as a memorial to her.” (Matthew 26:13) What is it that … Continue reading →

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Words of Wisdom: I Dare You to Read the Gospel of John!

Posted on January 30, 2012 by

“I have never read a book written in simpler words than this one, and yet the words are inexpressible.” —Martin Luther Martin Luther was speaking of the Gospel of John when he wrote these words. He is also credited with … Continue reading →

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Evangelism: Let Your Light Shine

Posted on November 3, 2011 by

“Who am I that I can make a difference?” This is the question many Christians ask all too often during their lifetime. What impact can a single act have on the rest of the world? There’s an old story about … Continue reading →

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Christian Living: Get That Mote Out of Your Eye

Posted on September 26, 2011 by

Isaiah is the first of the major prophets in the Old Testament. He was a prophet to the southern kingdom of Judah and his ministry spanned the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. Isaiah 6 says, “In the year … Continue reading →

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