Andy 
There is a great comfort in following after methods of living that are tried and true. In practically all areas of life decisions are made based upon practical precedent. It is common to, when professional, political, or legal decisions are being made, refer back to established examples of how situations have been handled in the … Read more…
Among the countless sad realities of life dwells conflict. It is a condition as old as time itself. Yet, in thousands of years of world history man, on a mass level, still has not figured out not only the sense, but the joy found in peace. Society has engrained within the minds of virtually the … Read more…
There is never a guarantee of a tomorrow. James stated clearly that life “is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away” (James 4:14), and that any plans should be contingent on the recognition that everything is subject as to whether “the Lord wills” (vs. 15). However, that does not … Read more…
A reminder that can never be repeated too often is that life is short and the days of man are few. Each breath is fleeting and even is we are able to enjoy the luxury of seventy or eighty years (Psalm 90:10), that time is far less than it seems. Knowing, though, that life is … Read more…
Society has always demanded Jesus to work outside of its boundaries. It is as true now as it has ever been. Heathen and hypocritical legal and social organizations continually push for His ouster. Politicians, to scratch the itching ears of their liberal donors and special interests, condemn speaking in His name and promoting His cause. … Read more…
It was believed to have been about two years prior to Jerusalem’s inevitable fall. Rome was in turmoil and first century Christian were suffering the brunt of the discord begun by the very ranks of Nero himself years earlier. Corruption by ungodly leaders was endangering the church’s purity and if Christians were to succeed in … Read more…
Ask any young child what kind of foundation a wise man builds his house upon and the immediate answer will be that “the wise man built his house upon a rock.” Such wisdom is illustrated in the firmness and surety of the foundation. A rock is a firm and steady foundation. It represents strength and … Read more…
As the seasons change from summer to fall, from hot to mild to cool (at least in Tennessee), with it brings the beauty of autumn colors, the anticipation of Thanksgiving and Christmas, and preparation for what always proves to be bitter cold temperatures. Additionally, though, around this time of year minds also center on ghosts … Read more…
Practically since the beginning of time, man has in some form or fashion been involved in trying to predict the end of time. Some have acted out of ego. Others have acted out of want for financial gain. A few have likely acted out of heartfelt sincerity. But regardless of the intention on all hands … Read more…
Absolute and total commitment and devotion should characterize all in which we believe and we do. Anything worth doing is worth doing wholeheartedly because there is little worse in the world than fickleness and lukewarmness. In fact, Jesus on one occasion rebuked a group of people for being lukewarm and fickle regarding their religious devotion. … Read more…