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The Scariest Paragraph in the Bible
I think that the scariest paragraph in the Bible is found in Hebrews 10:26-31. It talks about the wrath of God that will come upon those who deliberately keep sinning against him. It speaks of vengeance, judgment and raging fire. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged Bible, church, eternity, God, God's wrath, judgment, perseverance
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Will Marriage Survive?
The institution of marriage is taking a beating from all sides. Activists for “homosexual rights” continue their efforts to redefine marriage. Politicians preach about “family values” while cheating on their spouses. Christians give up far too quickly on their … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture
Tagged Bible, faith, God, homosexual rights, marriage, wedding
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The Heavens Declare God’s Glory
Northern Lights Psalm 19:1-3—“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events
Tagged faith, glory, God, illustration, northern lights, solar storm
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Who Can Judge?
Ellen DeGeneres and Simon Cowell Fox is scrambling to come up with a team of judges for its hit television show, “American Idol”. They have known for some time that Simon Cowell was leaving the show. Now, Ellen DeGeneres has … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Current Events
Tagged American Idol, Ellen DeGeneres, hypocracy, illustration, judge, judgemental, Sermon on the Mount, Simon Cowell
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Keep Your Zeal
Kenneth Smith was retired from the military. He was living out his final years in an assisted living facility, battling against the ravages of dementia. On a good day he might recognize his daughter, Merilinda, when she came to visit; … Continue reading
Sharks and Satan
This is Shark Week on the Discovery Channel. I have been fascinated by these creatures ever since seeing the movie “Jaws”. I have also been very cautious whenever I go into the ocean! Some animal activists say that many of … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events
Tagged Discovery Channel, Satan, shark, Shark Week
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Life is a Race
Usain Bolt is the reigning Olympic champion in the 100 meter race, and his goal is to win the gold again in that event at the 2012 games in London. The Jamaican sprinter is the current world record holder in … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged 100 meter race, faith, marathon, perseverance, record holder, Usain Bolt
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Let Go of Your Nets
At the North American Christian Convention in Indianapolis last month, Ben Cachiaras–minister at Mountain Christian Church in Joppa, Maryland—preached a sermon based on the calling of Jesus’ first disciples. He pointed out that in order to follow Jesus, these fishermen … Continue reading
Stay Humble
A few years ago I preached in a small community that had several churches. Occasionally I would walk down the street to have lunch at a restaurant that was operated by a family that attended one of the other churches … Continue reading
Always Give Your Best
On July 17, 1930, Ken Ash of the Cincinnati Reds entered the game as a relief pitcher. He got his team out of a jam with only one pitch, enticing Chicago’s Charlie Grimm to hit into a triple play. Ash … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged baseball, excellence, faith, illustration, opportunity, sports
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