What will I do with the Word? Its interesting to watch what people do with their Bibles. Walk through any parking lot and you might notice a Bible stored away on someone's dash. One of my earliest memories was of my Great great Aunt Edith's Bible collection. In every room of her house, there was … Continue reading What Will I Do With the Word?
Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling–The God of Comfort
Softly and Tenderly, Jesus is Calling
Just a few miles north the city of Nashville and the world of Country Music gathered to watch the Country Music Awards show. With the recent mass shooting at a country music concert in California, many wanted to express their condolences to the families who were hurt and to the country as a whole. One … Continue reading Softly and Tenderly, Jesus is Calling
Ding!
God’s Glory
The "glory of God" is a phrase often used but rarely defined. In the Old Testament the "glory of God" often refers to his presence. The glory of God refers to his presence with his people (Exodus 29:43; 40:34-35; Leviticus 9:23; Numbers 14:10; 2 Chronicles 5:14; Ezekiel 8:4). In Paul's letters it is easy to … Continue reading God’s Glory
Reformation
Fiver hundred years ago on October 31, 1517, Martin Luther lit the fire of the Reformation Movement. While many individuals and groups had tried to make corrections in the past, the nailing of his 95 Thesis to the church door in Wittenberg, Germany brought the problems to the forefront of public discussion. Just as those … Continue reading Reformation
Salvation by Faith
On Swearing
James 5:12 forbids Christians to swear. This "swearing" is not cursing. Rather this has to do with taking oaths. Jesus also forbade swearing in Matthew 5:34-35. So is it ok for Christians to take an "oath" of office? Is it ok for Christians to swear to "tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth" … Continue reading On Swearing
Micaiah’s Sola Sciptora
One of the greatest principles of Christian living comes from the somewhat obscure prophet named Micaiah. 1 Kings 22 records how Abab, the king, had surrounded himself with several "prophets" who would say exactly what he wanted them to say. This was perfect for furthering his own agenda and building up his own ego. However, … Continue reading Micaiah’s Sola Sciptora
Where Did That Come From?
Where did that come from? Have you ever asked someone that question? Maybe after they just blew up at you for no good reason? You found yourself the recipient of misplaced anger? Jesus told us that out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. So we can know where our heart is by … Continue reading Where Did That Come From?
Donnie's Dogmatics 