American education from its beginning incorporated the greatest selling, most popular, and singularly most unique book of all time, the Bible, in its curriculum. American education began in the churches and synagogues. Later it was essentially taken over by state and local governments, with the federal government currently making an attempt to take over. However,… Continue reading Before the Bible Was Banned
Subjects of the Higher Powers
Romans 13: 1-2 states "Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers (governments/rulers). For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation." It is interesting that Paul wrote… Continue reading Subjects of the Higher Powers
America’s Greatness
America has been a great nation as one of the "Super powers" and due to its wealth and influence. However, what is really virtuous in America's History? America was started from a desire for freedom, religious freedom, freedom to practice Christianity. There were other reasons behind the actual rebellion from the English King and… Continue reading America’s Greatness
Noble-Ness
Noble is used in the Bible several times, yet the single reference I remember first is of the Berean Jews. "Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true.… Continue reading Noble-Ness
Keep The Faith
From my youth I knew God, having a child's faith that there was a God in heaven who had made the world and everything in it. From that time God has drawn me closer to him and given me more revelation of Him, mostly through His word, the Bible, but all proceeding from His Holy… Continue reading Keep The Faith
You Are Doing This Wrong
Most of us are well acquainted with our deficiencies. Simply telling someone they should be patient, or kind or whatever is not apt to do anything but increase guilt and frustration. Recently, I was driving my truck with a load that was hanging beyond the tailgate by about three feet. The load was really well… Continue reading You Are Doing This Wrong
Abundent Life is Here
There is so much bad news and future dread all around that we all need much good news. Thankfully there is a truthful source of reliable good news - The Bible. Isaiah 55 is a light in dark places, refreshing the weary and satisfying the hungry and thirsty soul. God promises: - Everyone who thirsts...can… Continue reading Abundent Life is Here
Lying Tongues
Lately we have seen much dishonesty documented by many of our country's leaders and even by members of the news media. This dishonesty is not unique in our history for our establishment leaders but it never ceases to be disturbing to a God-fearing person. Proverbs 6:16 reminds us that God hates a lying tongue. Psalm 5:6… Continue reading Lying Tongues
A Place Near Your Altar
God allowed a sparrow to come near His altar and build her nest. (Psalms 84:3). He also killed Uzziah instantly for reaching out to steady the altar and keep it from falling. (2 Sam 6:6). He would kill any but the high priest for coming in the Holy of holies where the Altar was in… Continue reading A Place Near Your Altar
Principles of the Kingdom
Jesus tells us a principal of the Kingdom of heaven in Matt. 19 and explains it in chapter 20. Simply put the last will be first and the first last. The context is to those entering eternity or the kingdom of God. God's Kingdom is based on His principles, not those of the world. The… Continue reading Principles of the Kingdom
Good Things Have Happened
Many people are saying that the end of America may be near; both sides in the presidential election claim the end will begin if their opponent is elected. Movies and TV shows have been produced recently depicting a post America world. As bad as the society has become, there are some very good things that… Continue reading Good Things Have Happened
Wonders of Marriage
"Haven't you read," he replied, "that at the beginning the Creator made them male and female,' and said, 'For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh'? So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has… Continue reading Wonders of Marriage
Horrible Evils
There are many evils in our society such as murder, crimes of all sorts, injustice in our courts, corruption in our government, despicable personal acts. These are seemingly on the rise, but they have been around at certain levels for all our national history. Recently I've seen a wickedness that is disturbing on an entirely… Continue reading Horrible Evils
In the Small Things
Does God care about the small things that we deal with in this life. By small, I don't mean insignificant or material necessities of living; He promises to give us food and clothing, things we need. No, I'm referring to small decisions regarding matters that affect us and the others around us, over which we… Continue reading In the Small Things
Be of Good Cheer
In reading the Bonhoeffer biography by Eric Metaxas, I was struck by how Bonhoeffer maintained his joy and basic Christian goodness even in the midst of persecution while in prison. Like Joseph in the Bible, even the prison authorities were drawn to him, finding him genuinely kind and generous - even those guards who were despised… Continue reading Be of Good Cheer
The Prodigal Son
In this parable, (Luke 15: 11-32) the younger son asked for his share of the estate. He took his share, left, and squandered all he had received; ultimately he found himself starving in a foreign land during a severe famine. In his desperation he decided to return to his father's house, asking for nothing, but… Continue reading The Prodigal Son
Fruit Bearing
The parable of the sower, (Matt. 13: 18-23), includes an alarming and critical category of failed seeds; the first is taken by the enemy from the path; the second has no root and quickly falls away when rocks of trouble or persecution come; the third produces no fruit because of the worries of the world… Continue reading Fruit Bearing
Accusations
Have you ever heard accusations in your mind? Are they immediately after some interaction with someone or as a consequence of your own thoughts or actions? Are they out of the blue almost random accusations pointing out your weakness, things you have already confessed from the distant past, or things that you could never make… Continue reading Accusations
Innocent Wise and Sophisticated Foolish
Matthew 10:16 instructs us to be “wise as serpents, and innocent as doves.” Romans 16:19 instructs us to be “wise unto that which is good, and innocent concerning evil.” Ephesians 5:12 instructs us that "it is shameful even to mention what is done (by the wicked) in secret." It is certainly not fashionable today to… Continue reading Innocent Wise and Sophisticated Foolish
Myths on Earth
When we enter into the afterlife we will be free of many lies, conjecture, assumption, misunderstanding, and deception that we held while on earth. For many, the most obvious will be the existence in which we enter, but this will be of no surprise to Christians, as we look forward to it from the beginning; although… Continue reading Myths on Earth
Don’t Boast of Victory if You Haven’t Won the War
In the news and other media outlets, we are fed a daily dose of victorious boasts by radical Islamists and other unbelievers against Christians. Moreover, current and future "victories" in the political arena by anti-Bible activists on social issues against religious liberties are loudly trumpeted. These bullying tactics remind me of a premature boasting by… Continue reading Don’t Boast of Victory if You Haven’t Won the War
God’s Care Sovereign and Particular
To fear God, and to stand in awe of his justice; to trust and depend on him in all conditions; to submit patiently to his will under all afflictions; to pray to him for the supply of our wants, for the relief of our sufferings, for protection and defense; to love and praise him for… Continue reading God’s Care Sovereign and Particular
The Correct Position
I was recently reading Daniel 3:16-18 which tells the story about Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. They told King Nebuchadnezzar that they would not bow down and worship his golden image and further that they had a God who could save them from the furnace of fire - which was the penalty for refusal. They went… Continue reading The Correct Position
Wisdom in Reply
A response to some proclaimed Atheists is ill-advised, particularly if they are merely trolling for replies, and considering the substance of their arguments and the scriptures. As long as they have breath, there is still hope that God in His mercy will open them to the truth of Yeshua, Messiah through whatever means He may… Continue reading Wisdom in Reply
Jim and Casper Go To Church
"Most christians have been immersed in church culture for so long that they have no idea how non-Christian guests might interpret what they see and hear at a worship service, or what might inspire them to come back." Is the Christian worship service for God's pleasure or a sales meeting? Are Christians to conform to… Continue reading Jim and Casper Go To Church
