The actor, comedian, and author Patton Oswalt was once asked by The New York Times, “If you could require the president to read one book, what would it be?” Oswalt replied:
“Garret Keizer’s The Enigma of Anger.” Continue reading
Annual Anniversary Blogging Break
For many years on our wedding anniversary, Norma Jean and I have taken a trip, even if it’s just a short weekend getaway.
In 2012, my first year blogging, Norma asked, as we were preparing for a trip to Branson, MO, “You’re not going to write blogs on this trip, are you?”
I paused, thought, and said, “Uh, no.”
She then said, “You’re not even taking your computer, are you?’ Continue reading
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Psalm 118:24, The Day We Have
They thought they were going to die after their boat sank in the Caribbean.
This remarkable story about Dan Suski and his sister, Kate, sounds like something out of a movie. But it’s true. Continue reading
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When Self Becomes God
“I worship myself like you worship your God.”
That startling statement was made by a man named Levi during an online discussion involving Christians and Satanists. His words reveal something deeper than his particular religious choice. They expose one of the defining philosophies of our age: self-worship. Continue reading
Love is Not Self-Seeking
Before Larry Stewart ever became wealthy, someone had shown him unexpected kindness.
In 1971, Stewart was broke, hungry, and apparently contemplating leaving a Mississippi diner without paying for his meal. The owner, Ted Horn, understood his situation. He handed Stewart a $20 bill and said, “Son, you must have dropped this.” Continue reading
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Weekly Recap: August 10-14
Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL
This week we passed 4,300 posts since we began publishing ThePreachersWord in January of 2012. It still amazes me to realize the body of work we’ve created over 13+ years. It’s a reminder that a little bit every day adds up to a lot over the years. Continue reading
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Are We Secularizing Our Children?
With the recent passing of 96-year-old Sewell Hall, a well-known preacher among our brethren, much has been posted on social media regarding his life, ministry, and influence. I came across this article on Facebook by Sewell, with a probing and penetrating question: “Are We Secularizing Our Children?”
No date is given. But I suspect it was written many years ago. Some may find it outdated and old-fashioned. You may not 100% agree with every application. But the question it raises, the concern it shares, and the principle it states are more relevant than ever.
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You Belong Here
“I didn’t feel anyone cared whether I was there or not.”
Sadly, I’ve heard sentiments like this from people who have left the church. And it raises an important question: Does everyone who attends our assemblies know that they matter? Continue reading
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Psalm 10–Where is God When the Wicked Prosper?
Imagine two employees. One works hard, keeps his word, treats people fairly, and does the right thing. The other cuts corners, takes credit for someone else’s work, manipulates people, and breaks the rules. Yet somehow the dishonest employee gets the promotion, the corner office, and the bigger paycheck.
We have all seen some version of that in reality. Continue reading
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A Time to Laugh–Presidents, Preachers, and Punchlines
According to the National Calendar of Weird and Wacky Holidays, National Presidential Joke Day began on August 11, 1984.
During a soundcheck for his Saturday evening radio broadcast, President Ronald Reagan joked, “My fellow Americans, I’m pleased to tell you today that I’ve signed legislation that will outlaw Russia forever. We begin bombing in five minutes.” Continue reading
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