Category Archives: Discipleship

My facebook page is connected to a number of groups which are mostly related to spiritual growth and Bible teaching. But one group is simply called “Christians who enjoy good clean jokes.”

Taking a break from all the serious issues in the world and church, I decided on this facebook Friday to share a bit a of humor from that page. Several of these have a spiritual application. But I will forgo the lessons learned and let you use in it your own teaching. Or just enjoy it, and delight in a good laugh. Continue reading →

On Monday the IRS rescinded a 1954 ruling which prohibited churches from endorsing political candidates with the threat of losing their tax-exempt status.

While the ruling was rarely enforced, Politico hailed this as a move that was a major win for evangelical groups. Continue reading →

Sunday I enjoyed a rare break from the pulpit and heard a fine lesson by Michael Lusk entitled “Calling on the Name of the Lord,” which is the inspiration of today’s post.

In Romans 10:13 the apostle Paul boldly proclaims, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

But what does this mean? What is involved? And how do we call? Continue reading →

Greetings from Citrus County, FL

Hope you all are enjoying a wonderful 4th of July weekend holiday.

Today’s post is a recap of the past week’s posts with its live links.  It’s an easy way to catch up in case you’ve missed one.  It’s also a great way to share ThePreachersWord with family, friends, or brethren via email or social media. Continue reading →

Since today is a holiday in the USA, we’re taking a blogging break.  Sorta.

However, knowing that rain is forecasted for much the country, plus realizing we’re read in many other countries, we’re linking three past posts relating to our 4th of July holiday in America for your reading profit and pleasure. Continue reading →

“Nothing of importance happened today,” wrote King George III in his diary on July 4, 1776.

This ironic quote has been widely circulated in books, blogs, and even sermons illustrating that significant events may occur about which we’re unaware. I’ve probably used it myself in bygone days. Continue reading →

Today marks almost the half way point of 2025. Six months behind us. 181 Days. 4,344 hours. “Time Marches On,” as Tracy Lawrence sang in his 1996 hit song.

But there’s another song, less famous, but probably more poignant, and definitely with deeper spiritual meaning for Christians. Norma Jean and I were watching some Joey+Rory videos last night and were touched by the lyrics “In The Time That You Gave Me.” Continue reading →

Greeting from Beverly Hills, FL

It’s been almost 3 weeks since Norma’s surgery.  This week has been a bit of a roller-coaster. But the last two days have been her best.  She’s making slow, but steady progress. Again, thanks to so many who have expressed an interest in her health, shared your love, and most of all remembered Norma in your prayers. Continue reading →

This month I’ve been presenting a series of sermons on the ABC’s of Discipleship. Literally. Letter by letter. Last week was the letter “D” and we discussed the value of discipline.

In preparing the lesson came across this observation by William Barclay about Samuel Taylor Coleridge the British poet. “Never did a great mind produce so little.” Continue reading →

DeMeco Ryans may not be a familiar name to most of our readers. Unless you’re a NFL football fan, and especially a fan of the Houston Texans, you probably didn’t know Ryans is head coach of the Texans.

Honestly, I really didn’t know much about Ryans until I read an article about him in the Christian Chronicle. Continue reading →