Years ago, a Christian businessman attended the funeral of a coworker he had known for many years. As the service went on, the preacher spoke warmly about the deceased man’s faith — how he had been a devoted follower of Christ, faithful in prayer, active in his church, and generous to those in need. Continue reading
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This headline captured my attention:
Scientists Working to Mend Broken Hearts
“It is hard to mend a broken heart, but in a few years, doctors might be able to do essentially that,” the article began. Continue reading
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Today, I’m thinking about important events that occurred on November 10th.
On this date, November 10, 1483, the German Theologian Martin Luther was born. His role in the Protestant Reformation makes him one of the most influential figures in religious history.
Ordained as a Catholic Priest, Luther’s study of the Bible caused to reject many cardinal Catholic teachings. He caused an international stir when he challenged Pope Leo X to a debate on his 95 Theses, which legend says he nailed to the door of All Saints’ Church in Wittenberg. Continue reading
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Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL
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I recently stumbled across this Facebook page, Quiet Fire Devotionals, that offers compelling thought that challenges our constant busyness and need to be on the go.
“What are we actually chasing?” the author asks.
We share it with only some slight modifications and a few additional thoughts. Continue reading
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“In the optimistic vision of many people, artificial intelligence will make us like gods,” opined A. G. Elrod in a Christianity Today article entitled “The Silicon Calf.’
Elrod’s analogy in the title is reminiscent of Israel’s restlessness and uncertainty during Moses’s absence on Mount Sinai, when it received the 10 commandments. Their impatience led them to plead with Aaron to fashion a god they could see. Incredibly, they said, “Come, make us a good man who will go before us. As a result, the golden calf was made and was being worshiped as Moses descended from the Mountain. Continue reading
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Tobin Perry was a Missionary in India for 2 years. He wrote about missing home. But it wasn’t so much the physical distance, or even the food, though he did miss McDonald’s. But it was the societal rules, the different customs, the values that were hard to understand. Continue reading
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I awoke this morning to the news that the U.S. Government is still in shutdown mode. Today is day 35, tying the most extended shutdown in our history.
So, who’s to blame for the shutdown? For government workers being furloughed? For air traffic controllers working without pay? For low-income single moms who potentially do not receive their SNAP benefits?
Well, it depends on who you ask. Continue reading
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Energetic. Intense. Passionate. Zealous. On fire for God. These are some of the descriptions of Josiah, the King of Judah, who reigned from 640-609 B.C.
You read about Josiah’s life in 2 Kings 23:1-25 and 2 Chronicles 34-35, from which we can learn several lessons about spiritual zeal. Continue reading
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Greetings from Beverly Hills, FL
Whew! It’s been a busy week. Preaching last Sunday in Cosby, Tennessee. Traveling home. Catching up. Preparing for an upcoming Gospel Meeting. Planning a trip to Dallas. Making a quick turnaround to attend the Florida College Impact Gala. And participating in a fundraiser for our local Rotary Club today in Crystal River.
Tomorrow I’m preaching at the West Citrus Church in Crystal River. Continue reading
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