On Tuesday evening of the Florida College Lectures, Kevin Clark, asked this question: What is the Heart of Christianity?” He then proceeded to suggest several possible answers similar to these scenarios. Continue reading
IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! What’s The Heart of Christianity?
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A Man After God’s Own Heart
“A man after my own heart” has become an English idiom. It refers to one with whom we have an affinity. A bond. A kindred spirit. It is an endearing expression that speaks to someone who shares similar tastes.
Bible students quickly relate to the statement regarding King David. When Saul disobeyed God, the prophet Samuel told him that God was removing him from the throne and replacing him with another King. He said, “The Lord has sought for Himself a man after His own heart.” Paul also referenced it in Acts 13:22. Continue reading
Where Did Saul Go Wrong?
The theme this year at the Florida College Lectures is Lessons From the Kings of Israel and Judah.
Yesterday I heard Luke Chandler present a very practical lesson on King Saul that not only depicted Saul’s sins, but warned and reminded us not to make the same mistakes. Continue reading
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Are You Lovin’ The Brotherhood?
This week Norma Jean and I are blessed to be on the campus of Florida College to attend their annual lecture series. It’s a special place for us.
FC is where we met. Dated. And were engaged to be married. I played basketball for FC on their first scholarship team. At FC I was privileged to meet and learn from some great men of God. Clinton Hamilton. Edgar Srygley. Homer Hailey. Bob Owen. Melvin Curry. Harry Payne Sr. And James R. Cope. Continue reading
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Word of the Week: Obedience
The American Humorist, Mark Twain, told it, so it must be true! Supposedly he once overheard a prominent and wealthy businessman, known for his ruthless behavior, brag, “Before I die I’m making a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Then I’m going to Mt.Sinai, climb to top and read the Ten Commandments.” Continue reading
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IT’S FRIDAY. BUT SUNDAY’S COMING! From Groaning to Glory
People were in a hurry. Pilgrims jammed the roads into Jerusalem. Preparations were being made to celebrate the Passover. And offer the Paschal lamb.
Ironically, few realized that God’s prophesied Paschal Lamb was being offered that very Friday. And those who saw Jesus’ crucifixion had little idea of what was really happening.
Yet, it was as if all nature said, “Stop!” “Look!” “Listen!” Continue reading
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Four Ways You Can Be A Blessing
In an old Peanuts cartoon Lucy marched in and demanded that her brother, Linus, change television channels.
“What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over? asks Linus.
“These five fingers,” says Lucy. “Individually they’re nothing but when I curl them together like this into a single fist they form a weapon that is terrible to behold.” Continue reading
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The High Cost of A Deadly Snake Bite
Eric Ferguson was taking out the trash last August from his Mooresville, N.C. home when he was bitten on the foot by a poisonous snake. He drove himself to the Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. However, the bite that stung the most was the hospital bill! Continue reading
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What’s the Real State of the Union?
Tonight President Obama will deliver the traditional state of the union address.
CNN’s John King claims this year’s speech will be “a defining moment for President Obama.” Fox correspondent, Britt Hume opined that State of the Union speeches don’t mean much. And soon are largely forgotten.
Carrie Dann of NBC News says the POTUS may say some things like… Continue reading
Word of the Week: Forgive
Russell Sedelmaier had cleaned Ivon and Eileen Harris’ home once a week for five years. He had the keys to their home. They trusted him. He was a man described by those who knew him as “easy-going, even friendly.” And while Sedelmaier had his share of trouble, hard luck, and minor skirmishes with the law, no one saw this coming. Certainly not the Harrises. Continue reading
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