“Voluntary sexual intercourse between a married man and someone other than his wife or between a married woman and someone other than her husband” (Merriam-Webster). This is expressly forbidden by God (Exodus 20:14; Matthew 5:28; Matthew 5:32). It is not necessarily a one-time act but can be continued, and one living such a state is […]

The apostle Paul had some tough words for shirkers: “If anyone will not work, neither shall he eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10). Some circumstances may make it impossible for some folks to work. But if we’re able-bodied and can find work, we must work with energy and diligence (Ecclesiastes 9:10). This is not just good advice […]

No Thanksgiving Day would be complete without the singing of the traditional Dutch hymn, “We Gather Together” (see history). Today, we sing this hymn as an expression of thanks to God as our defender and guide throughout this year.

Why are so many of our young people drifting away from the church? Why are an alarming amount of our youth rejecting the church and all that it stands for? What is happening to the morals of many of the youth of our day? WHO’S TO BLAME?! Preachers are to blame. Many preachers are partly […]

When my two brothers and I were growing up, our family struggled to get by on my father’s income (even though he worked long and arduous hours for that income). My mother would cook a big roast for Sunday lunch. From that good meal, we would have hot roast beef sandwiches on Sunday night, hash […]

A survey by a national institute found that 70 percent of people in the United States often dream about doing something different for a living. Books, consultants, and employment

“We regret to inform you…” are the words that no parent or loved one wants to hear. Often times such words are followed by tragic and terrible news such as the injury or death of someone who is dear to us. Thirty-two times like words were spoken this past week to parents and relatives of […]

In reading the Scriptures, we understand that sin can no more exist in the presence of God than darkness can exist in the presence of light (Habakkuk 1:12-13). To stand before Him in self-righteousness would be to invite our destruction (Ezekiel 33:13). The Psalmist wrote, “If You, Lord, should mark iniquities, O Lord, who could […]

The story is told of three baseball umpires who were discussing their philosophies of officiating at the plate. The first umpire firmly stated, “Some are balls and some are strikes, but I call ‘em like I see

The national media reported in January 2004, that Olivia Goldsmith, author of the popular book, The First Wives Club (which became a film starring Goldie Hawn and Bette Midler), died from complications resulting from cosmetic surgery.

In this very “busy” world we live in, we are prone to neglect the most important part of life, and that is our spiritual life. This material world offers us much in the way of fulfilling

A querist asks, “Can you please give us a scriptural interpretation of Ecclesiastes 11:1-6 and the application for us living in the 21st century?”

It is true that most of the non-Catholic religious world is premillennial in its teaching. Even those who are not familiar with the word are nevertheless involved in premillennialism’s teaching, influence and support. It has, of course, to do with the reign of Christ, and the fact that Jesus, by their teaching, is to return […]

Brother Burt Isom, now departed, was a friend of mine, and I have held several meetings in Hazelhurst, Mississippi while he was the preacher there. In fact, he was supported there as a missionary by the congregation where I worked, and hence the mission meetings were arranged. I have long appreciated the point Burt made […]

A querist asks, In 1 Corinthians 11:24-KJV the word, “broken,” is omitted in other Bible versions (ASV, ESV, NKJV, NASV, RSV).

Jesus crucified! What a glorious subject! What a marvelous message! What preacher does not thrill at the opportunity to proclaim the Christ of the cross?

The following poem by an unknown author regarding our relationships is worth our consideration:

Living the life of slave in the Roman Empire was not an easy thing. For the most part, slaves were regarded as being on equal level with animals with few, if any rights. Some slaves had good masters and challenging work, but most were given menial tasks to perform. They worked long hours with little […]

There was once a daughter who complained to her father about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it, and wanted to give up. She was tired of all the fighting and struggling. It seemed as though in solving one problem, two […]

Perhaps you have seen this slogan frequently in the past several weeks. During times of prosperity and peace, many forget God. They rest upon their laurels and become satisfied with self. The thought of God crosses their mind once or twice a week, but to depend upon God, wholly and completely, is outside their scope […]