We have often written about the Biblical emphasis on worship. God desires it. And He requires it.
Recently, I came across a meme posted on facebook by my friend and preaching colleague, Steve Wolfgang, that offers an important perspective. Continue reading
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Occasionally I will write a blog post based on some weird and wacky US holiday. Like “National Bear Hug Day.” Or “National Failures Day.” Or “Weary Willie Day.”
Writing today from Welland, Ontario, I wondered if Canada has some unusual holidays. A bit to my surprise, I discovered a page of “133 of the weirdest national days in a Canadian year.”
Tomorrow, July 26th is “National All or Nothing Day.” Continue reading
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“Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces,” commanded Jesus in His famous Mountain Message.
This is one of the more difficult sayings of the Savior. What did He mean? To whom was He referring? And how can we apply it? Continue reading
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Sunday’s unprecedented, though not unexpected announcement by President Biden that he will not seek reelection sent shock waves through the media and apparently surprised his campaign supporters.
This, of course, comes just a week after former President Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on his life.
Biden’s announcement has turned the 2024 election upside down as Democrats debate who their candidate should be–Vice President Harris or someone else nominated from an open convention. Continue reading
This humorous story has been told by preachers through the years. In fact, I’ve probably told it. However, the Wyckiffe Handbook of Preaching and Preachers claims this actually happened to Joseph Parker, a 19th century preacher in London. Continue reading
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Greetings from Welland, Ontario, Canada
This week is one of the highlights of our trip to Canada–VBS at the Wellandport Church.
This is the 5th year I have taught the adult class since we began coming in 2018. This year’s theme was based on the FLOOD and the VBS material supplied by Apologetics Press. Although small in number by US standards, the Wellandport Church puts on a top notch VBS, The planning and preparation was evident from the decor the classroom and building, to the activities of the teachers, and the obvious excitement and enthusiasm of the children. It was a pleasure to have a part on this year’s study. Continue reading
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Bobby Wesson posted a touching tribute to his wife, a nurse, on facebook that has found its way onto several facebook pages including It’s a Wonderful Day, Inspirational Quotes page, and OliViral.
We would like to add ThePreachersWord to the list for the benefit of our readers. Continue reading
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One of the highlights of our trip to Ontario Canada, each year is participating in the VBS at the Wellandport Church. They may be small in number by the world’s standards. But they are great in faith, hope, and love.
It was a privilege to teach the adult class and share lessons about Noah, the ark and the flood. But it’s a real pleasure to see the children’s genuine joy. Their unbridled enthusiasm. And hear them sing their little hearts out. Continue reading
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Jacob’s Ladder,” was a 1980’s hit written by Bruce Hornsby and performed by Huey Lewis and the News. Remember them?
The song was set in Birmingham, Alabama, and married the Biblical image of Jacob’s ladder with someone who rejects a proselytizing evangelist, preferring to struggle through life one day at the time. In part the lyrics go like this. Continue reading
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In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Trump’s life, many voices in the political arena have called for both sides to tone down the virotic rhetoric.
In fact, President Biden himself has spoken three times in this regard, including a rare Oval Office address to the American public on Sunday night. He began his six minute address with these words. Continue reading
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