In an experimental laboratory, a frog was placed in a container of water. The water was heated at the rate of 0.036 of a degree per second. The frog did not notice the change. When the water finally reached 140 degrees, the frog died. But, he had not been aware of any change in temperature. […]

Jesus rules his kingdom with “a sceptre of righteousness” (Hebrews 1:8; cf. Psalms 45:6). As “The Prince of Peace” and upholding his kingdom “with justice and with righteousness” (Isaiah 9:6-7 – ESV), the only sceptre appropriate for this king is that of uprightness, equity and justness. His very nature is expressed in loving righteousness, and […]

When we think of the fact that sin is running rampant in our country we cannot restrain a feeling of distress. Jeremiah, the weeping prophet said regarding Judah, “For the land is full of adulterers; for because of swearing the land mourneth; the pleasant places of the wilderness are dried up, and their course is […]

Well it wasn’t the wedding of the century by any means, but yesterday prince Charles married his erstwhile girlfriend, Camilla. After the couple got married, they proceeded to a chapel where they confessed “manifold sins and wickedness” and asked for forgiveness. Most, I believe, have interpreted this to be confession for the sin of adultery, […]

Have you ever been troubled in your heart? Have you ever experienced a physical illness or the illness of a loved one? The problems of life and daily living can many times overwhelm us to the point of being disappointed, discouraged and even despondent. There is no human being living on the earth who can […]

Do you remember how as children we used to play like we were something that we were not? We’d say, “Let’s play like we’re cowboys,” or “Let’s play like we’re firemen,” or “Let’s play like we’re policemen.” It was not strange that we as children lived in a fantasy world from time to time. There […]

In the beginning of Romans 11:26, the inspired writer, Paul declares: “And so all Israel shall be saved….” Modern premillennialists contend that there will be a mass conversion of the nation of Israel at the time of Christ’s return. Supposedly, the prelude to this event was the establishment of Israel as an independent nation in […]

1) The work of John the Baptist – John’s work was to herald the approach of the kingdom of heaven, the church (Matthew 3:1-2). John was the messenger to prepare the way before the Lord (Malachi 3:1); the Elijah who was to appear before the “great and terrible day of Jehovah come” (Malachi 4:5); the […]

Neglecting God – Mike Riley explains the definition and consequences and cost of neglect.

1) Rejoice with them that rejoice, weep with them that weep – Romans 12:15. 2) Prefer one another – Romans 12:10; 1 Corinthians 10:33. 3) Forgive one another – Colossians 3:13-14. 4) Bear one another’s burdens – Gal. 6:1,2. 5) Take care not to offend – 1 Corinthians 10:32-33. 6) Restore one another in the […]

How do you spend the blessed currency of time? Do you have a “pocketful” of day or have you “spent” your day already? “Today” is the most important time for each one of us because it is all we have been given! We are not promised next year, next month, next week, or even tomorrow. […]

Latin is a dead language as linguists view things, meaning that it is obsolete and no longer in active functional use. That doesn’t prevent us, however, from importing words and expressions from Latin into modern English vernacular, when those words and expressions help us say things in a more effective way. Take the Latin phrase […]

The idea of gun control is one of the most discussed issues in our nation. Gun control, however, is not a new issue as it has been discussed since guns have come into existence. The reason this is a “hot” issue today is because of the tragic events that have occurred in some of our […]

It is impossible to be consistent when one holds doctrinal error. A long time ago men started believing that the human soul was corrupt at birth. As a result of this false belief, these men had to develop a whole system of theology in order to attempt to be consistent. In order to make this […]

There are three entities that are not found as a part of the discipline and teaching instructions in Ephesians 6:4: 1) The State Is Not In Ephesians 6:4 Educational institutions cannot be counted on, especially for moral teaching. In fact, you had better be watchful because some schools may even promote the exact opposite of […]

For many, the Old Testament is the “boring” part of the Bible. Their reasoning is that it contains little in the way of instruction for the Christian, certainly not like the more practical epistles in the New Testament. But in one of those epistles, the apostle Paul says, “For whatever was written in earlier times […]

Dear Preacher, You often stress attendance at worship as important. But I think a fellow has a right to miss now and then. Please have me excused for the following reasons: Christmas – (It comes only once a year!) – 1 New Years – (I need to start off rested) – 1 July 4th – […]

In all my years as a Christian, I’ve learned the following: 1) That you can do or say something in an instant that will give you heartache for life. 2) That it’s taking me a long time to become the person God wants me to be. 3) That you should always leave loved ones with […]

If Christianity were all up to you, how strong would the church of the Lord be? What would be her reputation and influence in the community and the world? How much would she know of the Bible, and how ready would she be to teach the lost? How united and trouble-free would the church be […]

The following is a story of nature demonstrating the fact that struggles are a necessary part of growth and development for the Christian in this life. God places these struggles (or trials) before us to prepare us for that perfect home in heaven with Him. The Man And The Cocoon One day a small opening […]