We live in a society that basically believes, “It’s all about me.” Almost every message that advertisers use promotes “me.” Check them out and see if I’m right. Pamper yourself. Please yourself. Protect yourself.
The book of Obadiah is the shortest book of the Old Testament with only 21 verses. For this reason, it is often overlooked and discounted as insignificant. Continue reading “Obadiah”
The name “Amos” literally means “burden bearer” and it speaks to how he felt about his message and its content. Continue reading “Amos and genuine religion.”
Up to this point, we have looked at each book of the Bible with the hopes of creating a better understanding of each book. My goal is to create a curiosity within each person that would drive them to read these wonderful books even more. Sometimes these articles have acted as introductions and at other times they were more about helping us to better understand the message of the book. Continue reading “Introduction to the Prophets.”
For most, Mother’s Day is a wonderful holiday. It gives them a chance to honor the woman or women that were instrumental in their life. It’s an opportunity to say thank you for all your sacrifices, long nights, and time spent making sure we were ok. Mom’s are a gift from God in many ways. Continue reading “Mother’s Day can hurt.”
by: Mel Martin
Great moms express appreciation (Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:6). Continue reading “Great Mothers and Grandmothers”
‘It Is Written …’
By Ron Adams
In Matthew 4:1-10 we have the account of Jesus being tempted by the devil. Continue reading “‘It Is Written …’”
As I began preparing for this week’s bulletin article, I quickly realized that I have never written an article about Easter. I’m not sure why I have never broached the subject. Perhaps, it’s about the traditional view of the church and the fact that most still participate. Continue reading “What is the point of Easter?”
2 Corinthians 9:12-14
“12 For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints, but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God. 13 By their approval of this service, they will glorify God because of your submission flowing from your confession of the gospel of Christ, and the generosity of your contribution for them and for all others, 14 while they long for you and pray for you, because of the surpassing grace of God upon you.” (Used by permission, ESV)