Monthly Archives: December 2020

December 10, 2020 · 7:40 am

6 Reasons Why You Need to Study the Bible

In a recent article in Christian Headlines, Milton Quintanilla warns about the lack of Bible knowledge in 21st century America. Not just in our country, but in our churches.

Quintanilla quotes Dr. Thomas Schirrmacher, the newly elected secretary-general of the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA), who believes that biblical illiteracy is a growing, troubling trend in the global evangelical church today.

In an interview with The Christian Post, Schirrmacher explained that “beyond all theological differences, financial problems, and political questions”, “our biggest problem is that Bible knowledge is fading away.” Continue reading →

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December 9, 2020 · 6:35 am

A Passage To Ponder: Luke 2:1-14

In their book, Twang, Raymond Obstfeld and Shelia Burgner relate a great story about country music star, Travis Tritt.

Like many musicians, Tritt played in out-of-the-way joints before he made it big. He says many of these dives were dangerous places. Drunks would get into fights over the most insignificant things. However, Travis found a unique way to keep peace and protect the entertainers from harm. Here’s what he wrote: Continue reading →

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December 8, 2020 · 7:13 am

Take Off Your Mask

“To mask or not to mask,” that is the question of our time. Not just in society in general, but among Christians and church attendees.

In the past 8 months, we’ve worshiped with 14 different congregations in 9 different states. Each one has approached wearing masks in worship differently. Some churches requested everyone wear a mask. Others didn’t, and very few wore masks. In some places, it was suggested, but not required. In one church there were masks and no masks sections.

To all Christians everywhere we suggest, “Take off your masks.” Continue reading →

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December 7, 2020 · 6:05 am

Word of the Week: Warfare

It was 79 years ago today, December 7, 1941, early on Sunday morning that a Japanese dive bomber bearing the red symbol of the Rising Sun of Japan on its wings suddenly appeared out of the clouds above the Hawaiian Island of Oahu.

What followed was 360 Japanese warplanes that attacked our naval and air base at Pearl Harbor. When the raid was completed our Pacific fleet was devastated. 2400 Americans were killed. 1200 were wounded. More than 200 of our aircraft were destroyed. 5 battleships, 3 destroyers, and 8 other ships were either sunk or severely damaged. Continue reading →

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December 6, 2020 · 6:01 am

Sunday Seed Thoughts: No Masks

Today church buildings around the country, and I suppose around the world, will be filled with worshipers wearing masks.

If you think it looks odd, you ought to be the one preaching from the pulpit and look at an entire assembly of masked men and women.

There’s been much controversy, especially among Christians and religious conservatives, about wearing masks. The efficacy of wearing masks has been discussed, debated, denied and of course, politicized.

To all Christians, we offer this spiritual advice: “No masks.” Continue reading →

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December 5, 2020 · 4:05 am

Weekly Recap: November 29-December 4

Good morning from sunny Florida,

This is our final weekend at Indian Shores before moving up to Homosassa for the remainder of December.  That will put us close to Kenny’s family and where we will enjoy being together for Christmas.

Also, I’ve been asked to preach for the West Citrus Church on December 13 and 20.  It’s always a pleasure to return and worship with these brethren. Continue reading →

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December 4, 2020 · 6:22 am

Friday’s List To Live By #18

Today’s list about prayer is selected and adapted from author and publisher John Van Diest.

This list offers 8 words that all begin with the letter “P” and speak to the importance of prayer in our lives.

If you’re new to ThePreachersWord, or have missed any of the previous 17 lists, click here. Continue reading →

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December 3, 2020 · 6:51 am

Don’t Let A Moose Lick Your Car

We’ve all seen flashing road signs warning us of lane closures, slow traffic ahead, or road construction. However, this is one I’ve never seen.

Canadian officials in Jasper, Alberta, Canada, have put up signs warning people “Do not let moose lick your car.”

Really? Continue reading →

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December 2, 2020 · 7:53 am

A Passage To Ponder: 3John 1-8

Ray Stedman, a 20th-century evangelical minister and author, once shared a true story about a Houston man who received a letter from a popular international ministry seeking support for their broadcasting.

The ministry embraced a “health and wealth gospel” stating that since God can’t be out given, He will give back to you if you contribute to their cause. They figured if everyone who listened to their broadcast would send $76 their goal would be met. Furthermore, the letter promised that God would return their offering three times over. Continue reading →

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December 1, 2020 · 6:52 am

Giving Tuesday 2020

Today is “GivingTuesday,” an annual event created in 2012, which takes place on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving Day in the United States.

If you’re unfamiliar with GivingTuesday, it’s an independent, non-profit organization whose mission is simply “to build a more just and generous world.”

Their website provides more information. Continue reading →

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